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'On The Go With Manav' focuses on career journeys and seeks to understand how people got to where they are today across a range of sectors. Manav hopes that by sharing the inspiring stories of his guests, more people can set out to chase their dreams and build their own amazing careers. Do not forget to subscribe on YouTube @OnTheGoWithManav and follow on Instagram @manavhartono
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Hello myself Manav, I don't Create my content, instead I document It. I don't leave a chance to record or I would say document each valuable conversation that I have, and deliver onto various social media platforms
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Join us as we demystify blockchain technology, explore innovative projects, and dissect the latest trends shaping the future of finance. From Bitcoin to NFTs, our in-depth discussions and expert interviews provide invaluable insights for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. Stay informed, stay ahead, and embark on your journey to financial empowerment in the digital age. Tune in now!
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Into the future is a fortnightly podcast in which we discuss about the recent advancement in the field of science with Manav Manchanda. It is science which advances our life and even change them for better. So let's take a walk through the science and who knows we may just find ourselves into the future
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The one and only human charge of truth, success and passion. My name is Manav Thakker. I’m 20 years old and currently attend the Pennsylvania State University, University Park. Born and raised in a paradise land: Thailand. Bangkok, that’s my humbling rock. I was raised to be international and discover. I’m a writer by heart but I talk a lot to. You can see from my choice of words I’m kind of a poet too it’s quite cool to imagine the whole world listening, it’s like a dream I know it’s real n ...
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First Principles is a weekly interview podcast comprising authentic, candid, and insightful conversations between some of India’s most accomplished founders and business leaders, and Rohin Dharmakumar, The Ken’s CEO & co-founder. From personal philosophies, mental models and decision making frameworks, to reading habits, parenting styles or personal interests, each episode will delve into what makes each of these leaders unique.
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Trying to navigate the age of Peak TV and streaming to figure out which shows are worth your time? Streaming with Suchin is here to help. Tune in for all the reviews of the latest Indian streaming shows and get the most bang for your binge, with Suchin Mehrotra.
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Moksha In the serene valley of Dalhousie, Inspector Hardy pursues a relentless psycho killer who preys on children. Haunted by his past and the mysterious disappearance of his wife, Neha, Hardy is driven to protect the valley's young souls, despite facing personal tragedies. Each arrest leads to a dead end, tarnishing Hardy's reputation and resulting in his suspension. CID officer Jagriti takes over but also finds no answers. Hardy's redemption journey begins when he saves Jagriti from organ ...
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The Neon Show

Siddhartha Ahluwalia

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Hi, I am your host Siddhartha! I have been an entrepreneur from 2012-2017 building two products AddoDoc and Babygogo. After selling my company to SHEROES, I and my partner Nansi decided to start up again. But we felt unequipped in our skillset in 2018 to build a large company. We had known 0-1 journey from our startups but lacked the experience of building 1-10 journeys. Hence was born the Neon Show (Earlier 100x Entrepreneur) to learn from founders and investors, the mindset to scale yourse ...
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UCR School of Public Policy

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Join us for chats with various voices in the public policy world about today's most pressing societal issues. This podcast is a production of the School of Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside.
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SaaS IT UP 🎙️

Republic of SaaS

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We bring the global voice from the SaaS and the digital universe. As we speak with entrepreneurs, VCs, and ecosystem partners, we will unravel unique stories about their choices and the books that shape their worldview. www.republicofsaas.com Subscribe to the show on your favourite podcast app. Connect with your community members at https://web3ocean.uncut.network/ If you have any feedback, feel free to drop a note at audiolab@republicofsaas.com or connect with the host at https://twitter.co ...
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This podcast aims to be a platform that brings to light interesting people that are doing interesting things. The ultimate goal being an audio archive of interviews that inspires listeners to pursue their ambitions. I used to wish for something like this when I was younger and decided to just do it myself, I truly hope you enjoy the episodes and find value in the conversations. Welcome, to another episode of Conversations with Emm.
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There’s no doubt that Silicon Valley is THE place for entrepreneurs. Some people choose to grow with external funding, and some choose to self-fund, and they are often called bootstrapper. According to statistics, only 0.4% of all U.S. companies grow past $10 Million in revenue. In this series of interviews, I’m talking to local bootstrappers who have pushed their businesses into that top 0.4%. My hope is that their experiences can inspire others to make a difference in this valley. To read ...
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The IILAH Podcast

Institute of International Law and the Humanities

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The IILAH podcast is the online home of lectures and conversations hosted by the Institute for International Law and the Humanities at Melbourne Law School. IILAH supports interdisciplinary scholarship on emerging questions of international law, governance and justice. Many of the significant modes of thought that have framed the way in which international lawyers understand the world have developed in conversation with the humanities. IILAH continues this engagement, through fostering dialo ...
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Manav Garg is the founder of Eka and Together Fund. Manav started Eka before SaaS was even a word. We start with Manav's journey from a small town in Punjab to founding Eka, one of India's first vertical SaaS companies. He shares all the ups and down in Eka & his life in the last 20 years. From building and selling from India to global businesses. …
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Sara Mush is an international award-winning Henna Artist and a leading natural henna supplier in Pakistan. Sara grew up in Hong Kong where henna was always a part of her culture. After studying Art Foundation at Loughborough University in the UK, Sara returned to Hong Kong where she worked in her dream job for some time before leaving to turn her p…
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Mobile App is The New Bank Branch. In this episode we have Vinay Bagri, co-founder of Niyo, one of the leaders in the Neo banking movement in India. Vinay shares fascinating insights on how young India travels, the opportunity size of the travel tech market and why India hasn’t become a major travel destination despite having the best to offer. We …
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Nishit had a front-row seat to the growth of the Indian Startup ecosystem. And often times he was in the driver's seat as well. Nishit Garg, a partner at RTP Global, shares his experiences from his early days at Flipkart, discussing the pivotal 0-1 journey and key projects that shaped his career. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at how Tiger Gl…
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From over here at The Ken's newsroom, we have a very exciting announcement: our first premium podcast – India's first premium business podcast – is now live! It's called Two by Two – and this podcast will be your personal investigative brain. Each week Two by Two will be where hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan will be joined by a f…
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Disney+ Hotstar's "Showtime" returns with the final three episodes of its first season, continuing to captivate with its dazzling portrayal of Bollywood's glamorous yet ruthless world. Despite some issues, the series excels in character depth and dramatic flair. The last episodes may falter, but the show remains memorable for its unapologetic, ente…
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Hello, we're back again with part 2 of our final, final supercut where we’ve spliced together one interesting bit of conversation from the last 21 guests I interviewed on First Principles. And like the last episode where we covered founders 1 to 20, you’ll hear super sharp slices of a few minutes each which are reflections on their approach to orga…
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Amazon Prime Video’s "Mirzapur" set high standards with its well-crafted gangster saga. Season one featured memorable characters and a gripping finale. However, season three, now directed by new creators, is criticized for being lethargic, poorly paced, and overstuffed with subplots. Despite some standout performances, especially by Ali Fazal, the …
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VCs Invest in Startups But Who Invests In VCs? In this episode we host Raja Doddala, an experienced investor and a key figure at Churchill AM a leading Fund of Fund. Raja shares how he judges the strategy of a VC fund, metrics to evaluate a fund manager, which sectors have yielded the best returns and the differences between the best VC funds and t…
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I know what you’re thinking. Didn’t the First Principles podcast draw its curtains? Yes we did. But then we decided to do a final super-splice of every single episode we did. There were 41 founders. A bit too many for a single supercut episode, don’t you think? So, here’s the first 20. We went through all the episodes and picked a few minutes from …
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In this episode of The Neon Show, we dive deep into the serious world of casual gaming in India with Dilsher Malhi, the founder of Zupee. We discuss the uniquness of Indian gaming market, why entertainment is a feature and not a bug, India’s trillion dollar digital economy dream and how will regulation affect the gaming industry. If you are serious…
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Join us on this exciting episode of The Neon Show as Siddhartha Ahluwalia hosts an insightful conversation with Sanjay Swamy, Shripati Acharya, and Amit Somani, Managing Partners at Prime Venture Partners. We discuss the past, present and future of Venture Capital in India. In this unfiltered conversation we cover the struggles, successes, opportun…
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In this episode, Siddhartha Ahluwalia, Managing Partner at Neon Fund, sits down with Sri Batchu, Chief Marketing Officer at The RealReal. Sri has had an impressive career, having held key positions at highly successful companies like Opendoor, Instacart, and Ramp. Sri shares his thoughts on career pivots, the debate between founder-operators and ca…
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First Principles is coming to an end. But it's not the end of the road for you as listeners. We still want to hear from you and know what you expect from the podcasts from The Ken. Let us know with your suggestions and critique. We'd love to know your thoughts and you can let us know here. Also, you can always write to us at fp@the-ken.com with you…
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Robin Bonn is an agency advisor and leadership coach to some of the world’s best-known agencies - McCann, MullenLowe and DDB, and leading independents, such as MSQ, AnalogFolk and Stink Studios. He is the CEO and founder of Co:definery, an advisory and coaching practice that specialises in helping agencies create their own ‘Market of One’. Robin is…
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Meena Ganesh is the founder of Portea, India's largest platform for delivering healthcare services at home. On the episode Meena's shares her vision and passion for improving healthcare accessibility and quality. Meena shares her journey of founding Portea, the challenges faced by healthcare startups, and the opportunities available for entrepreneu…
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"Gaanth," an 8-episode crime thriller on JioCinema, feels outdated and derivative. Inspired by the 2018 Burari Deaths, it’s the third show on this case. Despite good visuals and solid casting, the show is bogged down by incoherent writing and unoriginal characters. The plot drags, making it frustrating and unfocused, ultimately disrespecting the re…
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Becoming an entrepreneur is a leap of faith. Regardless of when or even if your business sees the light of day, starting up is still a tremendously hard thing for someone to take up, work on and say out loud to the world. The leap of faith still exists when you're a woman founder, but with a bunch of other variables you didn't ask for also thrown i…
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On this episode of The Neon Show we have Laura Raggl, a distinguished partner at ROI Ventures. Based in Europe, ROI Ventures is renowned for its strategic investments in B2B SaaS companies globally. In this episode, Laura shares her extensive experience and insights into early stage investing. With a portfolio of 18 diverse investments, Laura discu…
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TVF’s Gullak returns for a heartwarming fourth season, marking a milestone in Hindi streaming. As we revisit the Mishra family, the question arises: do we seek the familiar or crave deeper evolution? While beautifully crafted, the series struggles with heavy-handed narration and occasional tonal inconsistencies. Yet, within its brief runtime, Gulla…
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Hunter Somerville is a partner at StepStone, one of the largest fund investors globally with over $600 billion in capital responsibility and $100 billion in AUM. Hunter shares deep insights into the factors that make StepStone different, their extensive global coverage, and the strategies that drive their success. You'll also discover what it takes…
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In the first part of my conversation with Manav Garg, I introduced him as the founder of Eka Software. This week, I would like to reintroduce Manav as a venture capitalist and the co-founder of Together Fund, a VC firm. Well, you know how I feel about having venture capitalists on First Principles if you've listened to my conversation with Alok Mit…
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Andrew Bloch co-founded Frank, one of the UK’s most respected and award-winning PR agencies. In 2020, he stepped down from his day-to-day role as managing partner of the agency. He remains a shareholder in the company. Presently he runs ‘Andrew Bloch & Associates’ where his portfolio includes non-executive director, board advisory, consultancy and …
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In this episode, United Nations Senior Policy Advisor Manav Sachdeva talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about his insights from his decorated career in international policy and how he works to help countries navigate from conflict to stability. About Manav Sachdeva: Manav Sachdeva is a senior policy advisor and emerge…
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Listen to this episode to learn about: 0:00 - Intro 1:22 - The Life and Challenges of an IAS Officer 3:34 - Distinguishing Roles: Finance Secretary vs. RBI Governor 6:57 - Populism vs. Fiscal Responsibility: A Balancing Act 15:01 - Rethinking IAS Recruitment: Criteria and Challenges 17:38 - The Judicial Process: Why It Feels Like Punishment 19:24 -…
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"Baahubali: Crown Of Blood" is a nine-episode animated prequel series available on Disney+Hotstar. Set before the original saga, it explores the lives of iconic characters facing a new villain threatening Mahishmati's prosperity. However, the animation quality is subpar, hindering immersion. Despite potential, the series lacks compelling storytelli…
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The beloved show "Panchayat" returns for its third installment, capturing the essence of Phulera's charm and camaraderie. As the familiar characters navigate new challenges, the season delves into politics and personal struggles. Yet, beneath the surface, hints of repetitiveness emerge, and the intrusive background score becomes apparent. The final…
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"This notion of a startup should be centered around the founder is a mindset. It makes for great stories. It makes for great heroes. And that's the reason why that sustains But, you know, there are great organizations that have been built where founders did not believe in that. And the organizations sustain even after the founder leaves." That's wh…
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Listen to this episode to learn about: 01:14 - Neon’s Journey From Podcasting to Investing 11:00 - Important Factors When Building a VC firm 20:34 - Exciting Portfolio companies: Atomic Work, SpotDraft, Gallabox & Infeedo 25:30 - Working with Ambitious & Humble Founders 30:12 - Key Questions and Important Metrics For Founders & Investors 36:08 - Ke…
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“As I said, I am from a middle-class family. I was earning $10,000/month, which is a large sum in those days. And sitting in Singapore, Bangkok, travelling around the world. So my the larger question in my mind is that how do I take the decision?” says Manav Garg. Manav Garg, founder and former CEO of Eka Software, a SaaS company that operates in t…
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This week is in conversation with Arjun Sethi, co-founder of Tribe Capital, about Chamath Palihapitiya, FTX Failure, B2B Saas And how it is India’s Century! What Makes India An Exciting Prospect For Investments? Is Enterprise SaaS Crowded? Will US Companies Engage In M&A With Indian Companies? First Time Founders vs Second Time Founders Watch this …
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Kapil Chopra, the founder and CEO of Postcard Hotels told me the following statistics. Of the 10 million foreign tourists who visit India each year, roughly 10% - one million - are classified as luxury. “So we've kind of made entire Rajasthan and Kerala as two big sectors for one million tourists,” he said. In comparison domestic trips made by Indi…
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In India, public policies surround the circumference of our daily lives. Despite their omnipresence, citizens of the country adopt a rather nonchalant attitude of ‘Jo dikhta nahi hain, woh hume affect nahi karta.’ (What we don’t notice won’t affect us.) The government in India makes, enforces, and changes laws without much scrutiny from its people.…
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In ZEE5’s "The Broken News" Season 2, journalist Radha seeks vengeance after false accusations, while rival Dipankar faces a redemption arc. The series delves into the clash between truthful reporting and sensationalism. With a stellar cast, headlined by Sonali Bendre, Jaideep Ahlawat and Shriya Pilgaonkar - the second season of this much-loved sho…
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Jaydeep Barman has settled into his role of being a CEO for quite some time now. He admits he was not always the nicest of people when they restarted or ‘actually started’ Faasos, which later became Rebel Foods, as a QSR chain in 2011. He would be unreasonable and brash with the people he worked with and in his own words “must have rubbed people th…
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This week is in conversation with A.K. Bhattacharya, the Editorial Director of the Business Standard, about India’s economic reforms of the 90s through a close-up view of the many disruptions that took place in that decade! Most Iconic Finance Minister Of India? How Can Government Incentivize Billionaires To Stay? Why Couldn’t India Match Singapore…
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