Best Shruti Gupta Podcasts (2024)

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How Thums Up Gave Coca-Cola and Indian Politicians A Lesson In Market Economics with R Srinivasan 40:25

9d ago40:25

40:25

In this episode, Raghavan Srinivasan, journalist and former editor for The Hindu Business Line, talks about the story of Coca-Cola's entry into the Indian market. He highlights how global brands like Coca-Cola and Pepsi, after initially trying to dominate the Indian market, had to adapt to local preferences, even reintroducing beloved brands like T…

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Ari Moskowitz 42:42

15d ago42:42

42:42

Ari Moskowitz, an Academy volunteer and board member of the Network of Actuarial Women and Allies, joins host David Nolan on the latest episode of Actuary Voices to discuss the importance of allyship and diversity, as well as challenges the profession is currently facing. Please subscribe to Actuary Voices on your preferred podcast platform.…

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India’s Endless Struggles Against China’s Exports Dominance with Ila Patnaik 31:26

1M ago31:26

31:26

In this episode, Puja Mehra talks to economist Ila Patnaik about the complex challenges India faces as it strives to compete with China's export dominance. They talk about the uncompetitive infrastructure, higher labor and energy costs, and irrational tariff structures that hinder India’s manufacturing sector. Patnaik discusses the impact of China'…

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Election Clearinghouse: Rade Musulin 31:15

1M ago31:15

31:15

Rade Musulin, a member of the Academy’s Research Committee, joins host Ted Gotsch on this special Election Issues Clearinghouse episode of Actuary Voices. They discuss Rade’s wide experience in extreme weather events and their effects on property insurance, both professionally and here at the Academy.…

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Tamara Burden 36:24

2M ago36:24

36:24

In this episode of Actuary Voices, which is the first in a series about enterprise risk management, David speaks with Tamara Burden, Deputy Chief Risk Officer at National Life Group, about her actuarial career, emerging risks, and her past experience as an Academy volunteer. Please subscribe to Actuary Voices on your preferred podcast platform.…

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Big Tech’s Hidden Costs and Power with Payal Malik 43:41

2M ago43:41

43:41

In this episode, Puja Mehra talks to economist Payal Malik about the impact of big tech companies like Google and Meta on market competition in India and the recent antitrust ruling against google. They explore how these giants dominate industries through data extraction, stifling innovation and harming suppliers, the need for new regulations to ad…

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India Before 1991 And How The Reforms Changed It with Shruti Rajagopalan 1:04:52

2M ago1:04:52

1:04:52

In this conversation, Puja Mehra talks to Dr. Shruti Rajagopalan about the historical context of the 1991 Economic Liberalisation of India. She illustrates how the economy in india worked through the manufacture of a bicycle and goes on to explain the impact of those economic reforms, the careful planning that went into it, the people who brought i…

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Evelyn Boswell 31:29

2M ago31:29

31:29

The NAIC’s first chief diversity officer, Evelyn Boswell, joins Actuary Voices to share the work she has done to establish a diversity, equity and inclusion council at the NAIC. Tune in to hear how she partnered with NAIC departments to build and implement a DE&I framework.By American Academy of Actuaries

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How To Read India’s Budgets with Vijay Singh Chauhan 43:00

3M ago43:00

43:00

In this conversation, Puja Mehra talks to Vijay Singh Chauhan about the complexities of government budgeting and fiscal management in India. They discuss discrepancies in GDP numbers, government borrowing, the fiscal deficit, the importance of transparency, statistical skills, and public input in the budget-making process, and much more. For more o…

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Election Clearinghouse: Geralyn Trujillo 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

On this special Election Issues Clearinghouse episode of Actuary Voices, Ted Gotsch speaks with Geralyn Trujillo, the Senior Director of Public Policy at the Academy, about the work the Academy is doing to provide unbiased and balanced resources around some of the primary issues that are central to the upcoming election.…

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Banks of the Princely States: Before and After Independence with Amol Agrawal 43:36

4M ago43:36

43:36

In this conversation, Puja Mehra and economist Amol Agrawal discuss the history and evolution of banking in India, the establishment of princely state banks, their merger into the State Bank of India, the emergence of new banking forms and much more. ABOUT AMOL AGRAWAL Amol Agrawal is a teacher of economics having taught economics at Ahmedabad Univ…

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David Daly 35:03

4M ago35:03

35:03

David Daly, president of the Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries (SAGAA), joins Actuary Voices to share his unique professional journey to becoming an actuary, and how SAGAA seeks to make an impact on the profession. Please subscribe to Actuary Voices on your preferred podcast platform.By American Academy of Actuaries

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Households: The GDP's Largest, Battered Sector with Nikhil Gupta 44:35

4M ago44:35

44:35

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to economist Nikhil Gupta about the financial situation of households (including weakening income growth, growing debt, and reliance on non-mortgage personal loans), the intricate relationship between the household and corporate sectors, recent trends in savings, investments, and borrowings, and mu…

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The Origins Of Private Banking In India with Amol Agrawal 38:15

4M ago38:15

38:15

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to economist Amol Agrawal about the history of private banks in India, how the RBI was setup, banking regulation through the years, the beginnings of some of India's most iconic private banks and much more. ABOUT AMOL AGRAWAL Amol Agrawal is a teacher of economics having taught economics at Ahmedab…

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India's GDP: Whose GDP Is It Really? with Rathin Roy 59:30

4M ago59:30

59:30

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to economist Rathin Roy about India's economic growth and challenges, the country's economic transformation, the need for inclusive development, the growing disconnect between the masses and the growth process and much more. ABOUT RATHIN ROY Rathin Roy was the Director and CEO of the National Insti…

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From Severe Shortages to Huge Surpluses and Shortages Again - India’s Food Economy with Siraj Hussain 34:41

5M ago34:41

34:41

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to former secretary with the Ministry of Agriculture Siraj Hussain about agriculture policy, managing food inflation, minimum support price, wheat procurement, nuanced policies that balance farmer interests with consumer needs and much more. ABOUT SIRAJ HUSSAIN Siraj Hussain joined the IAS in 1979 …

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India’s Success and Struggles Against Poverty with Maitreesh Ghatak and Rishabh Kumar 39:13

5M ago39:13

39:13

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to economists Maitreesh Ghatak and Rishabh Kumar about poverty estimation in India, historical trends in poverty reduction, defining the poverty line, poverty in rural areas vs urban areas and much more. ABOUT MAITREESH GHATAK Maitreesh Ghatak is Professor of Economics at the London School of Econo…

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Shruti Gupta 30:47

5M ago30:47

30:47

Actuary Voices welcomes Shruti Gupta, president and co-founder of South Asian Network of Actuaries (SANA). She shares the ups and downs on her journey to becoming an actuary and how she connects her current work to the bigger picture. Also, learn more about SANA’s valuable efforts to grow the profession through its student outreach.…

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How Parliamentary Debates Sometimes Shape India’s Economy with Chakshu Roy 56:09

5M ago56:09

56:09

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to Chakshu Roy about challenges faced by members of parliament in contributing to economic policymaking, the importance of research support, the limitations of the parliamentary system and much more. ABOUT CHAKSHU ROY Chakshu Roy is an expert on the rules and procedures of Parliament and its functi…

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How India Cut Time For Goods To Come Through Ports From 14 to 2 days with Vijay Singh Chauhan 41:27

5M ago41:27

41:27

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to Vijay Singh Chauhan about streamlining cargo clearance processes in India, the challenges faced during COVID-19 in cargo clearance and much more. For more of our coverage check out thecore.in Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube…

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Why Air Travel Isn’t Hassle-Free In India with Rajesh Vetcha 34:28

5M ago34:28

34:28

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to Rajesh Vetcha about Airports, how they are run, how the systems that allow for the functioning of airports work, passenger charters and much more. For more of our coverage check out thecore.in Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube…

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Becky Sheppard 35:07

6M ago35:07

35:07

Becky Sheppard joins Actuary Voices to discuss the benefits of volunteering with the Academy, including a wide range of experiences and perspectives through networking. Becky is the co-chairperson of the Health Equity Committee, examining actuarial practices and methods that may affect health disparities. Please subscribe to Actuary Voices on your …

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Should India Give Apple Money To Make iPhones Here with Suyash Rai 38:04

6M ago38:04

38:04

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to economist and deputy director at Carnegie India Suyash Rai about manufacturing policy in India, Apple's planned iPhone manufacture in India, whether PLI schemes actually work, industrial policy in India and much more. ABOUT SUYASH RAI Suyash Rai is a deputy director and fellow at Carnegie India.…

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The Kashmir Economy's Truth And Myths with Haseeb Drabu 41:09

6M ago41:09

41:09

In this conversation, journalist Puja Mehra speaks to Former Finance Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Haseeb Drabu about the inner workings of the Kashmir economy, opportunities for businesses in the valley, what the abrogation of Article 370 meant for businesses and much more. ABOUT HASEEB DRABU Haseeb Drabu is an Indian politician, economist and the…

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Aree Bly 31:09

7M ago31:09

31:09

Aree Bly has decades of experience as an actuary in the healthcare industry and serves on the board of the Network of Actuarial Women and Allies (NAWA). She speaks with David in this episode about her experiences as an actuary, a success coach within the actuarial industry, and as an advocate for women in the profession. Please subscribe to Actuary…

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Patrick Collins 25:54

7M ago25:54

25:54

Academy member and industry executive Patrick Collins joins Actuary Voices to discuss his unique path into the profession, challenges actuaries face in a changing landscape and the profession's ability to adapt to emerging technologies. Please subscribe to Actuary Voices on your preferred podcast platform.…

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How India's Economy Works - Trailer 0:58

8M ago0:58

0:58

Join journalist Puja Mehra as she talks to Economists, Academics and Researchers and breaks down one story to give you all the context you need - historical, macro-economic and policy-related - to understand how it fits into the larger picture of India's economy. For more of our coverage check out thecore.in --Support the Core Report-- Join and Int…

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Lisa Slotznick and Bill Michalisin 33:46

8M ago33:46

33:46

In a special edition of Actuary Voices, the Academy's Executive Director, Bill Michalisin, sits down with Academy President Lisa Slotznick for a wide-ranging discussion on their experiences in their respective positions and what lies ahead for the Academy in the coming year.By American Academy of Actuaries

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S2 Ep1: The Design Pataki Podcast |Designing for Global Identity, Nappa Dori's Expansion beyond Borders 29:27

8M ago29:27

29:27

Gautam Sinha, the Founder and Creative Director of Nappa Dori, drives the brand's visionary creativity. Renowned for propelling Nappa Dori from a single store in Delhi to over 12 locations, his design ethos merges Indian heritage with international aesthetics. With a background in fashion accessories and a love for leather, Sinha's approach reflect…

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Monique Hacker 38:04

8M ago38:04

38:04

On the newest Actuary Voices, Monique Hacker, board member and former president of the International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA), highlights the importance of early exposure to the profession and the impact of organizations like IABA in fostering diversity and awareness in the actuarial profession.…

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Ron Gebhardtsbauer 32:37

10M ago32:37

32:37

Ron Gebhardtsbauer is a former senior pension fellow with the Academy and is one of the authors of the Academy’s latest paper Social Security and Financially Disadvantaged Groups. They discuss the paper, his experience as a volunteer and his contributions to the national conversation on Social Security.…

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Philip Mulder 31:01

11M ago31:01

31:01

Philip Mulder, Assistant Professor of Risk and Insurance at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the recipient of the Academy’s inaugural Research Award, joins Actuary Voices to discuss his work on climate finance, real estate and household finance, environmental economics, and insurance.By American Academy of Actuaries

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Sam Tashima 26:53

12M ago26:53

26:53

Sam Tashima, 2023 Rising Actuary award recipient, joins Actuary Voices to discuss the cyber insurance landscape and how actuaries can adjust to these emerging areas. As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws to a close, he also shares how the Cyber Risk Committee’s research contributes to current public policy issues.…

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Larry Zimpleman 19:43

1y ago19:43

19:43

Past Academy President Larry Zimpleman joins the latest episode of Actuary Voices to share his career journey, the rewarding value of volunteer work at the Academy and his insights on what’s next for the actuarial profession.By American Academy of Actuaries

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Maria Kirilenko and Koren Holden 32:18

1y ago32:18

32:18

Maria Kirilenko and Koren Holden, members of the Pension Committee and authors of the new issue brief Valuing Gender Expansive Data join Actuary Voices to discuss issues pension actuaries may consider when performing valuations using sex/gender expansive data. They also discuss their experience as Academy volunteers and how they joined the professi…

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Robert Eaton 35:21

1y ago35:21

35:21

Robert Eaton, MAAA, FSA, a longstanding Academy volunteer, joins the latest episode of Actuary Voices to discuss the changing landscape of artificial intelligence in actuarial work. Eaton is the author of a recent Contingencies article on this topic.By American Academy of Actuaries

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Ritu Jain 23:29

1+ y ago23:29

23:29

Ritu Jain, co-founder and former president of the South Asian Network of Actuaries (SANA), discusses her professional path, the impetus behind the foundation of SANA and the important work it does, and her thoughts on the future of the profession.

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The Last Episode.. w/ Just Us | Edition #5 48:59

1+ y ago48:59

48:59

Welcome to Varta Lab! This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are here with a rather sad announcement. Stay tuned, as there’s a lot to be conversed.By IVM Podcasts

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Brawl With Monkeys & 'MAUUT' Experience w/ Urjita Wani 48:30

1+ y ago48:30

48:30

Welcome to Varta Lab! This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are joined by fellow stand-up comedian and host of the ‘Has It Aged Well?’ Podcast - Urjita Wani!By IVM Podcasts

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Dwayne Husbands 31:09

1+ y ago31:09

31:09

On the latest episode of Actuary Voices, David Nolan speaks with Dwayne Husbands, President of the International Association of Black Actuaries, about the work of IABA and his path to the actuarial profession.By American Academy of Actuaries

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Rowdy Moments At Comedy Shows And More w/ Noel Cordeiro 46:52

1+ y ago46:52

46:52

Welcome to Varta Lab! This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are joined by fellow comedian and host of the Radical Measures Podcast - Noel Cordeiro! In the episode, they talked about : - Why his RMP co-host & fellow comedian Gaurav Pawar is funny literally ‘everywhere’ - Gaurav at open-mics & the ‘g***d mara’ story - When the client doesn’t underst…

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Fishing Ya Phishing w/ Just Us | Edition #4 44:48

1+ y ago44:48

44:48

Welcome to Varta Lab! This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are back w/ another edition of #JustUs! And this time their stories are from the mountains & performance stage!!!By IVM Podcasts

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Scams, Culture & Society Ki Dikkatein w/ Preeti Vangani 51:39

1+ y ago51:39

51:39

Welcome to Varta Lab! On Varta Lab this week, Aakash & Navin are joined by poet, writer & educator, and old friend - Preeti Vangani!By IVM Podcasts

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Deep Charcha w/ Just Us | Edition #3 45:15

1+ y ago45:15

45:15

On Varta Lab this week, we’re back with another edition of #JustUs, where just us (Aakash & Navin) are there to bring you stories from our chaotic yet somehow beautiful lives :)By IVM Podcasts

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Fights Of Dilli & Aspirants Journey w/ Abhilash Thapliyal 56:48

1+ y ago56:48

56:48

Welcome to Varta Lab! On Varta Lab this week, Aakash & Navin are joined by RJ, Actor & Host - Abhilash Thapliyal aka SK Sir from our favorite web series, Aspirants!By IVM Podcasts

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Amber Rohde 41:25

1+ y ago41:25

41:25

As Women's History Month draws to a close, David is joined by Amber Rohde, the Co-Founder and Board President of the Network of Actuarial Women and Allies (NAWA), as she discusses the origins of NAWA and the organization's efforts aimed at connecting and empowering women to be successful in the actuarial profession. She also opens up about her prof…

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Stage Fights & Music Festivals w/ Sidd Coutto 1:03:01

1+ y ago1:03:01

1:03:01

On Varta Lab this week, Aakash & Navin are joined by songwriter & multi-instrumentalist - Sidd Coutto! Over the past two decades, Sidd has played multiple roles in numerous bands, notably, drummer of Zero, singer of Helga’s Fun Castle, frontman of Tough on Tobacco, multi-instrumentalist with Ankur & The Ghalat Family as well as Vir Das’ Alien Chutn…

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Rahul Dravid's No Smoking PSA & Modern-Day Parenting w/ Lola Kutty aka Anu Menon 55:44

1+ y ago55:44

55:44

Welcome to Varta Lab! On Varta Lab this week, Aakash & Navin are joined by Actress & Comedian - Anu Menon aka popular nostalgia character - Lola Kutty!By IVM Podcasts

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Thunder Thighs, Situationships & Movies w/ Abbas Momin 53:03

1+ y ago53:03

53:03

This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are joined by Abbas Momin - Host of ‘Has It Aged Well?’ Podcast & a creator at IVM. After several reschedulings (cause of him being a coworker :P), we have finally got Abbas on the show!By IVM Podcasts

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Parenting & Podcasting w/ Anshu Patni 57:15

1+ y ago57:15

57:15

Welcome to Varta Lab! This week on Varta Lab, Aakash & Navin are joined by Anshu Patni - CEO, Web3 & Gaming at Mythoverse Studios & a fellow Podcaster.By IVM Podcasts

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