Best Amrita Tripathi Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 43 | Global Conflict & Chaos: Dr. Stanly Johny on West Asia, the US & India's Foreign Policy 35:22

3d ago35:22

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Why does it feel like there's 'no world order', that conflicts are on the rise? In this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Stanly Johny, exploring the complexities of global politics, particularly in the Middle East. They discuss the current tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, and …

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Stories That Stay: Memory, Inspiration, and the Art of Storytelling with Aanchal Malhotra 1:04:10

3d ago1:04:10

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In this special episode of The Reading List, author Aanchal Malhotra steps into the spotlight for an intimate conversation with her sister and host, Aashna Malhotra. For the first time, she shares the creative journey behind her debut novel The Book of Everlasting Things. Together, they explore how memory, fragrance, and family shape her storytelli…

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Ep 421: Ira Mukhoty's Quest for Unseen Histories 6:04:22

3d ago6:04:22

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Too much of our history is looked at through either a colonial lens or a patriarchal one. Ira Mukhoty joins Amit Varma in episode 421 of The Seen and the Unseen to share her gaze on India's history, and all that it has taught her. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Ira Mukhoty on Instagram, Twitter, Goodreads and …

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Episode 42: What Sets Winning Startups Apart from the Rest with CEO Abhishek Kumar 3:01

9d ago3:01

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On this Say Again Episode, host Amrita Tripathi speaks to Abhishek Kumar, a seasoned startup advisor who shares his candid insights on what separates successful ventures from those that stumble. Tune in as we explore why prioritising user validation over VC approval is key, the pitfalls of chasing funding too early, and why the best thing you can d…

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Episode 41 | 9 Years of Mental Health Advocacy: How The Health Collective Was Built 14:34

16d ago14:34

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You have to pace yourself. In this special solo episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi reflects on the nine-year journey of The Health Collective, a pioneering platform that has reshaped mental health conversations in India. From its humble beginnings to becoming a trusted resource, Amrita shares behind-the-scenes insights, lessons learned, and…

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Ep 420: Siddhartha Basu Is in the Hot Seat 4:10:06

18d ago4:10:06

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Circumstance made him a legend of the quizzing world, but Siddhartha Basu is a man of many parts. He joins Amit Varma in episode 420 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about life, India, the art of asking questions and the answers he has found. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Siddhartha Basu on Wikipedia, Twitt…

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Revisiting the Past: On Regret, Reflection and Writing Complex Characters with Amitabha Bagchi 57:16

19d ago57:16

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In this episode of The Reading List, author Amitabha Bagchi joins Aashna Malhotra to talk about Above Average, an epistolary novel that explores memory, emotional growth, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we’ve been. As his protagonist rereads decades of emails with the significant women in his life, Bagchi shares how fiction can become a…

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Episode 40: From IPS to Disaster Management: Lessons in Risk, Resilience & Real Leadership with Safi Rizvi 33:28

24d ago33:28

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"Leadership is definitely not about position power. It is a lot about personal power." On the Say Again podcast this week, host Amrita Tripathi speaks to Safi Rizvi, Advisor to the National Disaster Management Authority and a 1989 batch IPS Officer. From understanding disasters management to mitigation strategies when it comes to heat waves, as wel…

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Episode 39: Jaipur Lit Festival Producer Sanjoy Roy: How Arts Matter in the Age of AI 39:30

1M ago39:30

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Much of the Jaipur Literature festival started as an accident, JLF Producer and Teamwork Arts Managing Director Sanjoy Roy tells Say Again podcast host Amrita Tripathi in this week's episode. As a reporter who used to cover the festival and a writer whose first novel was commissioned at JLF, Tripathi asks Roy to share more behind the scenes details…

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Ep 419: India's MSME Landscape -- Some Useful Frameworks 4:40:23

1M ago4:40:23

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Firms are the means of economic progress. India's micro, small and medium enterprises have been hobbled for decades, and flounder even today. Sudhir Sarnobat and Narendra Shenoy join Amit Varma in episode 419 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss this landscape -- and Sudhir's brilliant new venture that aims to tackle this. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NO…

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Fiction That Heals: Writing, Everyday Life, and Mental Health with Amrita Tripathi 55:47

1M ago55:47

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In this episode of The Reading List, author and mental health advocate Amrita Tripathi joins us to discuss “The Other Sister”, a novel that gently explores the emotional weight of modern life—anxiety, identity, belonging, family dynamics, and the growing influence of social media. It’s a heartfelt, insightful conversation on how literary fiction he…

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Episode 38:We're Not Chasing Clickbait: COO Kirsten Freeman on Aeon Media’s Big Mission 32:15

1M ago32:15

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"We're not chasing clickbait. We're not making claims that we can't stand behind," Aeon Media Group COO Kirsten Freeman tells Say Again podcast host Amrita Tripathi. Join us for a 30 minute free-wheeling conversation that covers how long form content is hitting home in this short attention span world, what distinguishes good credible mental health …

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Episode 37: Navigating AI & Global Tech Policy with Blue Owl Group MD Colin Crowell 35:04

1M ago35:04

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Do not become subservient to (AI) tools! That's one piece of advice from this insightful conversation on the Say Again Podcast with Tech Policy leader Colin Crowell, the Managing Director of the Blue Owl Group, and former Public Policy head of Twitter 1.0. Host Amrita Tripathi asks the Washington DC based Crowell to make sense of some of the top He…

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Ep 418: What Just Happened Between India & Pakistan? 2:29:46

2M ago2:29:46

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Why did the attacks in Pahalgam happen? What took place in the skirmishes after that? What have we learnt about geopolitics and our military preparedness? Pranay Kotasthane and Aditya Ramanathan join Amit Varma in episode 418 of The Seen and the Unseen to try to clear some of the fog of war. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also c…

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History with a Heartbeat: Reimagining the Chola Dynasty with Anirudh Kanisetti 1:04:47

2M ago1:04:47

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In this episode of The Reading List, author Anirudh Kanisetti takes us beyond kings and battlefields into the everyday rhythms of life under the Chola Empire. With rich research and vivid storytelling, he brings the past alive, not just through court politics and royal ambition, but through emotion, conflict, and the choices of ordinary people. Fro…

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Episode 36: Shreyasi Singh on Resilience, Reinvention & the Reality of Leadership 33:40

2M ago33:40

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What does it mean to build with purpose? And what are the battles no one hears about? In this compelling episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi chats with entrepreneur Shreyasi Singh — founding managing director of Jetri and founder, Harappa. From her early career in journalism to building transformative learning platforms, Shreyasi shares her …

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Say Again Episode 35: Music in the Age of AI with Musician Vidya Shah on What We Must Recapture 33:39

2M ago33:39

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It's not like Maggi Noodles: That's the quotable quote when asked about the value of Music and Culture. So it's not about instant gratification so much as something more lasting. Music can elevate or devastate, bring us to the highest high and even take us inward on a soulful journey. Is it something that you still value in this Age of AI? On this …

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Ep 417: Caste and the Census 2:15:39

2M ago2:15:39

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Data is apolitical and always useful, right? Then why is the caste census so controversial? Pranay Kotasthane and Raghu S Jaitley join Amit Varma in episode 417 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss its history, context and implications. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Pranay Kotasthane on Twitter, LinkedIn, Am…

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Everyday Stories, Extraordinary Influence: Middlebrow Magazines with Aakriti Mandhwani 1:01:56

2M ago1:01:56

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Who decides which stories get published and which are left out? In the debut episode of The Reading List by Bahrisons Booksellers, host Aashna Malhotra speaks with Aakriti Mandhwani, author of Everyday Reading, about the rich world of Hindi periodicals in post-partition India. From feminist debates in letters to the editor to the pocketbook revolut…

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Episode 34: Therapy Bots, Social Media & Community Care: Dr. Soumitra Pathare's Mental Health Reality Check 38:28

2M ago38:28

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Therapy bots are complete snake oil. Dr. Soumitra Pathare — psychiatrist and Director of the Centre for Mental Health Law and Policy — doesn’t hold back in this thought-provoking episode of Say Again with Amrita Tripathi. He warns that most of these bots haven't undergone safety trials and aren’t backed by evidence, raising some serious questions. …

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Where Stories Become Conversations | The Reading List 0:55

2M ago0:55

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At Bahrisons Booksellers, we’ve spent decades helping readers discover stories they love. Now, we’re bringing you closer to the storytellers themselves! The Reading List is our brand-new podcast celebrating Indian authors, and the bold voices, and the big ideas that bring their stories to life. If you love thoughtful conversations and a peek into t…

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Ep 416: Kavitha Rao Chases Chatto and Roy 2:55:15

2M ago2:55:15

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The most astonishing men lie in the far, forgotten corners of history. Kavitha Rao joins Amit Varma in episode 416 of The Seen and the Unseen to shed light on the life and times of two magnificent failures, Chatto and Roy. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Kavitha Rao on Twitter, Instagram, Amazon and her own web…

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Episode 33 | The Writer’s Journey: Motivation, Mindset & Getting Started 16:48

2M ago16:48

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Find your Why: In this solo episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi pulls back the curtain on the writing process — from finding your voice to navigating fiction vs. non-fiction. A published author, she has just the behind the scenes tips and insight that you might need, as an aspiring writer. Whether you're staring at a blank page or halfway th…

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Episode 32: Unlock the Power of Your Voice with Monaz Ranina 32:55

3M ago32:55

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What if your voice was your superpower? In this powerful episode of Say Again, Amrita Tripathi speaks with celebrated voice artist and trainer Monaz Ranina, who brings over 30 years of experience in unlocking the true potential of the human voice. From corporate boardrooms to pageant stages and audiobook studios, Monaz shares how mastering your voi…

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Ep 415: Ramki and the Ocean of Stories 4:49:24

3M ago4:49:24

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He observed our society from up close as an advertising man -- and then became an iconic storyteller on Twitter. Ramakrishna Desiraju aka Ramki joins Amit Varma in episode 415 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about his journey, and all that it taught him. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Ramakrishna Desiraju a…

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Ep 414 : The Spectacular Life of Prahlad Kakar 3:37:11

3M ago3:37:11

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He learnt his craft from Shyam Benegal, became a pioneer & a legend of advertising filmmaking, learnt & taught scuba diving, started the Prithvi Cafe, and lived every moment to the full in a million different ways. Prahlad Kakar joins Amit Varma in episode 414 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about his long and wondrous life. (FOR FULL LINKED SHO…

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Episode 31: How Piyush Tewari's SaveLIFE Foundation is Transforming Road Safety in India 41:25

3M ago41:25

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India sees 460 deaths daily on our roads, so road safety could not be a more critical issue. In this episode of the Say Again podcast, Amrita Tripathi speaks with Piyush Tewari, the Founder & CEO of the SaveLIFE Foundation, which has been working relentlessly to save millions of lives. He shares not just the personal tragedy that motivated him to t…

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Episode 30: From Media to Leadership: CEO Abhishek Kumar on Startups, AI & Business Trends 41:15

4M ago41:15

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Are you worried about the geo-politics and macro-economic state of the world? On this week's episode of #SayAgain, Amrita Tripathi speaks to CEO Abhishek Kumar, a leader who's worked across Media, Mass Media and VCs to get the low-down on areas of concern, and where to double down. He shares his tips for startups, including how to tune out all the …

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Ep 413: Shaheen Mistri Goes to School 3:12:53

4M ago3:12:53

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One of India's tragedies lies in the schooling of our children. We have let our kids down. Can we fix this problem? Shaheen Mistri joins Amit Varma in episode 413 of The Seen and the Unseen to describe her journey -- and what she has learnt about education. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Shaheen Mistri on Inst…

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Episode 29: Mental Health Matters: Key Takeaways from Women's Day 10:39

4M ago10:39

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We Each Have Mental Health. In this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi discusses the critical topic of mental health in India, reflecting on her experiences from working on The Health Collective, and recapping key take-aways from two Women's Day panels. We start with the key stats and how each of us has mental health. She emphasises the nee…

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Episode 28: 'Social Media Bans are Not an Effective Solution' 28:08

4M ago28:08

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On this episode of Say Again, Amrita Tripathi speaks with Vaishnavi J, founder of VYS, about the critical issues surrounding trust and safety in the tech industry, particularly focusing on child safety and the evolving regulatory landscape. Vaishnavi has a storied track record working across trust and safety in Google, Twitter, Meta and now with he…

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Ep 412: Probal DasGupta Goes to the Himalayas With Books in His Bag 6:03:17

4M ago6:03:17

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So much in history never made it to the popular imagination -- such as the battles of 1967 in which India beat China. Probal DasGupta joins Amit Varma in episode 412 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his time in the Indian army -- and his fascinating discoveries as a military historian. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also ch…

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Episode 27 - Power, Politics and Public Interest: The AI Conversation We Need 27:25

4M ago27:25

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AI, Geo-Politics and the Public Interest: Say Again? On this episode of Say Again, Amrita Tripathi engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Astha Kapoor, co-founder of the Aapti Institute. We discuss key takeaways from the recent AI Summit in Paris, emphasising the urgent need for public interest in AI development. What is the leadership ro…

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Episode 26: Connecting the Dots with Tech Leader Rishi Jaitly on Say Again 42:40

4M ago42:40

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On this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi engages with Rishi Jaitly, a prominent Tech leader who has worked with Google, Twitter, and advised OpenAI. Jaitly speaks about connecting the dots, and connecting Big Tech with emerging markets, as well as the importance of humanities in tech leadership, and the current landscape of AI and why we …

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India and the US: New Era, Business as Usual? 44:51

4M ago44:51

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On this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi speaks to Dr Tanvi Madan, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, discussing the current political climate in Washington, the implications of immigration policies on US-India relations, and the evolving role of technology and figures like Elon Musk in government. They explore the mood within …

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Ep 411: Vishal Nevatia Finds His True North 4:46:27

5M ago4:46:27

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Business and life can sometimes be seen more as a search for values than a quest for profit. Private equity pioneer Vishal Nevatia joins Amit Varma in episode 411 of The Seen and the Unseen to describe his journey towards finding his true north. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Vishal Nevatia at True North. 2. I…

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Ep 410: Shruti Rajagopalan Remembers the Angle of the Light 6:48:00

5M ago6:48:00

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She's an economist, an institution-builder, an ecosystem-nurturer and one of our finest thinkers. Shruti Rajagopalan joins Amit Varma in episode 410 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about her life & times -- and her remarkable work. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Shruti Rajagopalan on Twitter, Substack, Inst…

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Ep 409: Salil Tripathi and the Gujaratis 6:13:50

5M ago6:13:50

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He's lived a rich life as a journalist, a human rights activist, an author, a columnist -- and now he's written a great book on Gujaratis. Salil Tripathi joins Amit Varma in episode 409 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, his learnings, these times we live in -- and the times that came before. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSE…

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Ep 408: Amitava Kumar Finds His Gulmohar Tree 2:49:35

6M ago2:49:35

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His earlier episodes on this show have been huge hits, and as he completes a trilogy of books, he returns to complete a trilogy of episodes. Amitava Kumar joins Amit Varma in episode 408 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about writing, noticing, painting, travelling, trees, and unfulfilled train journeys. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNS…

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Ep 24 - Reflecting on 2024: Conversations with Shereen Bhan, Maria Goretti, Rajeev Masand, and Vikas Swarup 17:56

6M ago17:56

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As we wrap up our debut season of #SayAgain, we've curated some of our favorite excerpts from our most popular episodes. Join us as we revisit candid conversations with our brilliant guests – Shereen Bhan, Maria Goretti, Rajeev Masand, and Vikas Swarup. From Vikas discussing the surreal experience of winning an Oscar for Slumdog Millionaire to Sher…

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Ep 407: Sarbpreet Singh Finds His Sikhism 4:31:56

6M ago4:31:56

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He was born in Sikkim and lives in the USA, and in the course of engaging with his identity, has written powerful books of Sikh history, and revived its music. Sarbpreet Singh joins Amit Varma in episode 407 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, his writing, his music and the lessons of Sikhism. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSE…

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Ep 23 - From Failing in Class XII to becoming CEO: Ananth Padmanabhan’s journey 38:14

7M ago38:14

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On this episode of #SayAgain, HarperCollins India CEO Ananth Padmanabhan tells host Amrita Tripathi that he’s not interested in titles or designations, except for the ones that really matter, like dog lover, bibliophile and photographer. He talks about the USD 12 Billion publishing industry in India, some top tips for writers, and how his love of b…

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Ep 406: Sathya Saran and the Shaping of the Indian Woman 3:30:54

7M ago3:30:54

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She worked with Femina for 26 years, 12 of them as editor. And she wrote numerous biographies after that. Sathya Saran joins Amit Varma in episode 406 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss Indian society, feminism, femininity, her life as a journalist and the art of the biography. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1…

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Ep 22 - From BBC 100 Women to Nat Geo Explorer with Arati Kumar-Rao 6:07

7M ago6:07

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Arati Kumar-Rao, an acclaimed environmental photographer, writer, and National Geographic explorer dives deep into the impact of being on BBC's Top 100 Women. Tune in to this clip as we unpack the importance of storytelling in raising awareness about pressing environmental issues, and the power of wonder and curiosity to drive preservation and rest…

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Ep 21 - The Other Sister: Love, Loss, and the Power of Connection with Amrita Tripathi 7:56

7M ago7:56

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In this heartfelt episode of Say Again, host and author Amrita Tripathi invites listeners into the world of her latest novel, The Other Sister. More than just a book, it’s a deep dive into themes of social isolation, the quest for authentic connection, and the love that binds us through loss. Amrita shares an exclusive reading, candidly talks about…

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Ep 405: The Forces That Shaped Hinduism 5:53:01

7M ago5:53:01

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Every simple story about it is wrong: Hinduism contains multitudes. And it went into the directions it did for specific reasons. Manu Pillai joins Amit Varma in episode 405 of The Seen and the Unseen to describe the role of history in the shaping of Hinduism -- and Hindu nationalism. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out…

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Ep 20 - Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI with Shereen Bhan 6:03

8M ago6:03

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What makes an exceptional leader in today's tech-driven world? In this Say Again Clip, journalist and Managing Editor of CNBC-TV18 Shereen Bhan unpacks why leadership isn't about command and control but collaboration and shared responsibility… and why strength lies in gentleness Listen to the full episode here…

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Ep 404: Part 2: Devdutt Pattanaik and the Stories That Shape Us 6:09:30

8M ago6:09:30

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Our societies, our norms, our values are all shaped by stories from the past. Devdutt Pattanaik joins Amit Varma in episode 404 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, our society and why we should take mythology seriously. Note: This is Part 2 of a 12-hour episode, being uploaded in two parts now because Spotify and YouTube don't allow upl…

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Ep 404: Part 1: Devdutt Pattanaik and the Stories That Shape Us 5:59:59

8M ago5:59:59

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Our societies, our norms, our values are all shaped by stories from the past. Devdutt Pattanaik joins Amit Varma in episode 404 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, our society and why we should take mythology seriously. Note: This is Part 1 of a 12-hour episode, being uploaded in two parts now because Spotify and YouTube don't allow upl…

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Ep 19 - Navigating Chaos: Diplomatic Editor Suhasini Haidar on Global Conflicts, India's Role & Journalism Today 42:35

8M ago42:35

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In this compelling episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi sits down with Suhasini Haidar, Diplomatic Editor of The Hindu, to dissect the global state of affairs and India’s own positioning, as well as why journalism remains so critical. Haidar breaks down why international relations seem to be more volatile than ever—and what this means for jou…

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