Discover how he revolutionised property tax systems, created world-class venues for arts and culture, and mobilised philanthropic support from tech leaders like Nandan Nilekani and Azim Premji. This episode offers valuable insights into entrepreneurship, civic engagement, fundraising strategies, and the importance of community building in modern India.

In this electrifying episode, Ramon Magsaysay Award winner Sonam Wangchuk—the real-life inspiration for “Phunsukh Wangdu” in 3 Idiots—shares his vision for radical educational reform, climate justice, and sustainable revolution. Recorded before his recent detention under India’s National Security Act, Wangchuk’s insights feel prophetic as he faces imprisonment for leading peaceful protests demanding Ladakh’s statehood and environmental protection. From his unschooled childhood in a five-household Ladakhi village to pioneering ice stupas and solar-heated schools, he reveals how mother-tongue learning, hands-on innovation, and compassionate teaching can transform communities. Discover the origins and ambitions of his “I Live Simply” movement, a global crowdsourced pledge platform where lifestyle changes—rather than money—become measurable contributions to healing our planet.

Architect Bijoy Ramachandran on public spaces, B.V. Doshi, and the deeper meaning of architecture.

On today’s episode of The Galata Podcast, I’m joined by Suresh Kumar — the founder of Pepul Tech, a privacy-first social network that’s reimagining how people connect online. Suresh has an incredible journey: he bootstrapped Pepul from zero to a million users in just three months, built strong relationships that powered growth, and even turned down funding offers to stay true to his vision. In this conversation, we dive into the art of proactive selling, the courage it takes to say ‘no’ when everyone expects a ‘yes,’ and the deeper philosophy behind building a social platform that’s designed to make the internet more human.

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with CK Kumaravel, co-founder of Naturals Spa & Salon, to unpack his inspiring journey — from pioneering India’s beauty revolution to the secret to catching unstoppable growth, why even a great product needs marketing muscle, and how dreaming big attracts big opportunities. A must-listen for dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs alike!

Explore the incredible journey of Amul and the untold story of India's White Revolution, fulfilling Vallabhbhai Patel's dream, Discover the keys to success and the power of self-belief and national pride as we delve into Varghese Kurien's pioneering efforts in the dairy industry and the formation of successful cooperatives like Amul.

In this electrifying episode of Galata, join Puneeth as he sits down with the legendary Peter De Jager, a titan in the world of change management and technology. Together, they dive deep into the intricacies of navigating change, captivating audiences, and crafting compelling presentations. Discover why people leave companies, the real secret behind effective change, and the most crucial question you need to ask when leading change initiatives. Peter reveals his unparalleled techniques for grabbing and holding an audience's attention, debunking the myth of starting with a joke and delving into the fine line between humor and a joke. Uncover the pitfalls of blindly following best practices, learn how to make a lasting impact on stage even as an extreme introvert, and bid farewell to death by PowerPoint with Peter's invaluable insights. From the power and perils of confirmation bias to the essential three letters in change management, this episode is a masterclass in navigating the complexities of modern leadership and communication. Happy Listening and note taking!

Biyani defied convention, proving innovation is the ultimate weapon. He wasn't just a businessman; he was a brand magician, weaving Pantaloons and Big Bazaar into the fabric of Indian shopping. His deep understanding of the evolving Indian consumer, their desires and changing habits, was his secret sauce. But the Indian business landscape is a battlefield, and Biyani's story lays bare the triumphs and challenges he faced. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply fascinated by success stories, Biyani's tale offers invaluable lessons. Join me on the Galata Podcast to unlock the full retail revolution!

Explore his journey to becoming a content powerhouse, learn his unique creative process, conquer resistance, reflect powerfully, think actively, and embrace the daily grind. Uncover micromanagement secrets, leverage the power of constraints, and ignite your creative spark. Tune in now!

In this micro-mini episode Nitthin and I get together to discuss how he successfully exited Still Alive Media Solutions Private Limited with a take-home of 85 lakhs at the age of 24, the power of college fests, building a successful event management company and his plans with Medpiper!

In this episode we discuss the beauty in simplicity, meditating on Indian highways, the fascinating difference between the west and the east, visible scale vs hidden depth and so much more!

Vandana Saxena and I discuss patriarchy, mindmaps, her latest book Let me Hijack your mind, Alyque Padamsee and so much more!

#60 Barkha Dutt: To hell and back, changing voice of journalism, people-first news in this short episode recorded at Vistas 2022 in IIM Bangalore.

This is the second part of the solo episode where I share 3 things to do immediately after you arrive at the venue, how to become a powerful super host, storing and recalling people's names, startups, and milestones.

Rohith and I have a wide-ranging conversation about his time in Japan, meeting steve jobs, being insanely great, why geographies are irrelevant, retaining talent, standing out and so much more!

This solo episode outlines 3 powerful weapons you need in your social kit before you go to another event, how to find and make it to the right events, and creating a memorable visiting card that converts! How to get in a socialite mode. The 3-time tested strategies that networkers swear by!