I’ve always believed that meaningful conversations have the power to change the way we see the world, and each other.
Born in Calcutta, I grew up surrounded by stories and voices that shaped my earliest understanding of connection. Over the years, that curiosity carried me across India and the U.S ; working with global teams, collaborating with institutions like MIT and Virginia Tech, and supporting Fortune 50 clients including UPS, Microsoft, UnitedHealth Group, Albertsons, Morgan Stanley, all while helping build a learning and design startup from the ground up.
Along the way, I wore many hats; sales leader, account manager, project lead, culture carrier, from setting up our U.S. office in Atlanta to bridging clients and cross-border teams. But no matter the role, the mission was always the same: helping people connect better, deeper, and more meaningfully.
That spirit now lives in Between Us, Make Every Conversation Count™, a podcast that brings together voices from across sectors and walks of life to explore what truly matters: mental health, sustainability, entrepreneurship, healthcare, identity, and hope.
As host and producer, I don’t chase headlines, I hold space.
For stories that go deeper. For moments that stay. For people making sense of the world, together.
Because in the end, it’s not about spotlighting loud voices.
It’s about hearing the ones that often go unheard.
If you care about storytelling, community, and change… welcome.
Let’s make every conversation count
Santosh Kumar
Founder & Host, Between Us, Make Every Conversation Count™
Storyteller | Culture-Builder | Global Collaborator
I’ve always believed that meaningful conversations have the power to change the way we see the world, and each other.
Born in Calcutta, I grew up surrounded by stories and voices that shaped my earliest understanding of connection. Over the years, that curiosity carried me across India and the U.S ; working with global teams, collaborating with institutions like MIT and Virginia Tech, and supporting Fortune 50 clients including UPS, Microsoft, UnitedHealth Group, Albertsons, Morgan Stanley, all while helping build a learning and design startup from the ground up.
Along the way, I wore many hats; sales leader, account manager, project lead, culture carrier, from setting up our U.S. office in Atlanta to bridging clients and cross-border teams. But no matter the role, the mission was always the same: helping people connect better, deeper, and more meaningfully.
That spirit now lives in Between Us, Make Every Conversation Count™, a podcast that brings together voices from across sectors and walks of life to explore what truly matters: mental health, sustainability, entrepreneurship, healthcare, identity, and hope.
As host and producer, I don’t chase headlines, I hold space.
For stories that go deeper. For moments that stay. For people making sense of the world, together.
Because in the end, it’s not about spotlighting loud voices.
It’s about hearing the ones that often go unheard.
If you care about storytelling, community, and change… welcome.
Let’s make every conversation count
Santosh Kumar
Founder & Host, Between Us, Make Every Conversation Count™
Storyteller | Culture-Builder | Global Collaborator
2024 has been a year of transformation—stepping into the unknown, turning Between Us: Make Every Conversation Count into a platform for meaningful conversations, and finding magic in every story shared.
In this video, I’m sharing some highlights—special moments from conversations with inspiring storytellers that truly reflect who we are and what we stand for.
These moments are more than just memories; they’re sparks of connection, growth, and storytelling that have shaped me as a person and inspired action beyond words.
As we reflect on this incredible journey, I’m thrilled to invite you to join us for what’s next. Some fresh perspectives, and renewed energy, we’re ready to make every conversation count in even bigger ways.
Links to all the Episodes !!!
Just Ask & You Shall Receive
https://youtu.be/nmYSg-CPgZo?si=0M4aG52lExoC1jO8
Z force
https://youtu.be/YIDYHLQBA8Y?si=8fpjfx1iMbSHqQ4e
Lending A Hand - Dr. Nilesh Satbhai
https://youtu.be/yis0JPemmrM?si=Td7Fl4OisNRp1pEz
The Renaissance Man - Abid Surthi
https://youtu.be/Lr-ug6ClBFE?si=6WswBAIcC70utdkt
Infinite Learning Colours - Geetika Kapoor
https://youtu.be/R-Aol-BMfZg?si=E6n68XRgeBNJiGav
In Your Head - Dr. Rupa Rao Nayak
https://youtu.be/WO94EzbORB4?si=4qwoMQxeqnwCzK21
What's the Holiday Spirit Anyways? - Geetika Kapoor & Aditi Kaul
https://youtu.be/5LLmo2Bw6gY?si=YdY7CXB1MIE5EcNn
I'm Possible - Vinod Rawat
https://youtu.be/QJBPaeUtfv4?si=Xpmf3cjayVrytOlm
Gramodaya se Bharatodaya - Anurag Trivedi
https://youtu.be/NPcvyNpaKeQ?si=E0unVHMRGfKUAmba
AI Driven Fight Against Breast Cancer - Geetha Manjunath
https://youtu.be/XfM3LfBkMZk?si=QRAsVE9EDFLGpGU9
Heart to Serve, Call to Lead & Courage to Engage - Formal Vice Chief of Indian Air Force Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd)
https://youtu.be/ZCOTyRjxOpM?si=ALSLcblCkWpf5XLM
Empowering Environmental Action - Rudra Sekhri
https://youtu.be/JzUcNrsEzS8?si=tTLWvDG1Us9DAWs2
Breaking Blue & Pink: Parenting in this Digital Era by Santosh Kumar
https://youtu.be/V1Rs2kHl3x8?si=t2eFp0zagxnQRpkO
From Grassroots to Glory: The Champions Journey - Varun Chopra & Raaghav Sood
https://youtu.be/9Px7AhFhoBc?si=3Iz1Xno9AZXG4Deo
The Ethical Algorithm - Sakshar Duggal
https://youtu.be/rRLzbPsqzx4?si=-5EMvcjJdJdGLbgw
Policy & Prosperity - Jayant Krishna
https://youtu.be/l6-5BXHMJgc?si=La9bC16UegorAk_X
Education Meets Innovation - Umesh Rathod
https://youtu.be/VFRBUJ4HH_I?si=gK9tSoXMr2frrEZY
TimeStamps
00:00 Introduction
05:51 Just Ask & You Shall Receive
08:19 Z force
10:42 Lending A Hand - Dr. Nilesh Satbhai
12:44 The Renaissance Man - Abid Surthi
14:55 Infinite Learning Colours - Geetika Kapoor
22:04 In Your Head - Dr. Rupa Rao Nayak
26:45 What's the Holiday Spirit Anyways? - Geetika Kapoor & Aditi Kaul
31:04 I'm Possible - Vinod Rawat
36:06 Gramodaya se Bharatodaya - Anurag Trivedi
44:05 AI Driven Fight Against Breast Cancer - Geetha Manjunath
51:26 Heart to Serve, Call to Lead & Courage to Engage - Formal Vice Chief of Indian Air Force Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd)
58:02 Empowering Environmental Action - Rudra Sekhri
01:04:22 Breaking Blue & Pink: Parenting in this Digital Era by Santosh Kumar
01:09:23 From Grassroots to Glory: The Champions Journey - Varun Chopra & Raaghav Sood
01:15:08 The Ethical Algorithm - Sakshar Duggal
01:22:09 Policy & Prosperity - Jayant Krishna
01:29:00 Education Meets Innovation - Umesh Rathod
Here’s to the magic, the stories, and the moments that inspire us all. Let’s create something extraordinary—together.
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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. So using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation.The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness.
I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. Let’s make every conversation count..!!
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