Welcome back to The Lifeboat – Season 2!In this episode, I'm in conversation with Avanne Dubash-veteran news anchor, communication coach, and former model-for a deeply personal and powerful dialogue about reinvention, resilience, and redefining success on your own terms.With over 16 years in broadcast journalism at ET Now, Avanne has interviewed some of India's top entrepreneurs and business leaders. But her own story-from winning a drama competition with Trinity College London, to modelling with Elite, to owning her space on live television-is just as compelling.🎙️ What we explore in this episode: ✅ How early wins in theatre and modelling led to unexpected clarity✅ The moment she knew the glamour industry wasn't her long-term path✅ Real talk on guilt, identity, and the emotional labor of working mothers✅ Her mantra for showing up and staying prepared in high-pressure environments✅ The importance of supporting roles in media-why anchors are never solo heroes✅ Her surprising brush with Slumdog Millionaire and lessons from near missesWe also discuss how younger generations are approaching work differently, the value of taking help (and asking for it!), and what "success" truly looks like when you've lived through transitions.This conversation is a must-watch for: 🔹 Aspiring journalists and media professionals🔹 Women navigating career and motherhood🔹 Creators, storytellers, and those considering a pivot in life or work📌 If you're someone seeking clarity, courage, or just a little inspiration-this episode is packed with perspective.👍 Like, share, and drop your thoughts in the comments.📲 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell icon for more real conversations every Thursday!#lifeboat #podcast #avannedubash #vinayakburman #mediacareer #womeninmedia #communicationcoach #worklifebalance #indiapodcast #careertransitions #anchorlife #podcastindia #realstories #personalgrowth #trinitycollegelondon #slumdogmillionaire #aspiring #journalist #mediaprofessionals #workingmother #drama #vetran
Avanne Dubash: From Spotlight to Studio – A Story of ReinventionWhat does it take to transition from the runway to the newsroom… and still keep your feet firmly on the ground?In this episode, I sit down with Avanne Dubash, a force in the media world-ex-model, seasoned news anchor, and communication coach-to talk about the bold pivots, the behind-the-scenes truths of television, and why showing up matters more than ever.✨ In this trailer, you'll hear:• How a Trinity College exam changed her path 🎭• The glamour of modelling vs. the grit of journalism• Real talk on motherhood, guilt, and finding balance• The Slumdog Millionaire casting story you didn't see coming• A love letter to every unsung hero behind the camera 🎥This one's not just a conversation-it's a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and realness.🎧 Full episode drops Thursday, 3rd April 2025. Hit the bell & be there.#lifeboat #etnow #consultation #media #vinayakburman #podcast #inspiration #business #startup #reinvention #journalism #modeling #television #behindthescene #trailer #trinitycollege #realtalk #resillience #realness #newsanchors #businessideas #motivation
Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The LifeBoat – Season 2!In this episode, Mrunalini Deshmukh one of India’s most distinguished divorce attorneys, unpacks the realities of family law, the emotional weight of legal battles, and the importance of navigating personal and professional integrity in her field. Join us as we discuss: ✅ The biggest myths about divorce law ✅ Balancing empathy with legal objectivity ✅ The evolving landscape of family law in India ✅ How personal resilience shapes professional success🔔 Subscribe and stay tuned for more inspiring conversations!#lifeboat #MrunaliniDeshmukh #law #divorcelawyer #legaljourney #entrepreneur #startup #womenempowerment #mrunalinideshmukhdivorcelawyer #lawyer #celebritylawyer #emotional #motivational #mrunalinideshmukhadvocate #familylaw #familycourt #lawinindia #successful #legaladvice #personalgrowth #professional #mrunalinideshmukh #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
🎥 A sneak peek into our latest episode with Mrunalini DeshmukhIn this short trailer, get a glimpse of our in-depth conversation with Mrunalini Deshmukh, where she talks about the realities of divorce law, the ethical challenges in high-profile cases, and the lessons she has learned from a career built on resilience and justice.🔔 Full episode coming this Thursday - 20th March, 2025 - Stay tuned!#lifeboat #law #justice #divorce #divorcelawyer #divorceproblemsolution #indiastopdivorcelawyer #challenges #divorceprocessinindia #divorceprocess #divorcekaiselesaktehai #trailer #entrepreneur #founder #motherhood #courtroom #divorcestatus #mrunalinideshmukh #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
🌟 From Stud Farm to Successful Entrepreneur: Rohan More's Equestrian Journey | Full Episode 🐎
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Rohan More - Co-Founder & Managing Director of Japalouppe, who shares his extraordinary journey in the equestrian industry. 🏇
Growing up on a stud farm, Rohan's deep-rooted passion for horses guided his entrepreneurial path, especially after personal tragedy struck his family. 💔➡️💪
Join us as Rohan discusses how he's making equestrian sports accessible to the middle class 🏆, the importance of mentorship in his development 🧠, and his strategic approach to diversifying business operations beyond training to include veterinary services and feed production. 📈
This conversation is a masterclass in passion-driven entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of aligning business with personal values. 🎯✨
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How Rohan More is Democratising Equestrian Training | Coming This Week 🐎🚀 Get a sneak peek at our upcoming conversation with Rohan More the visionary behind Japalouppe, Talegaon's premier equestrian training school. ✨In this preview, Rohan touches on his journey from stud farm to entrepreneur 🌱➡️🌳, hinting at the personal challenges that shaped his path 🛤️ and the mentors who guided him 🧭. Learn how he's breaking down barriers in what was traditionally an elite sport 🏆 and creating diverse business opportunities in the equestrian industry. 💼Full episode drops this Thursday! 📅 Subscribe and hit the notification bell 🔔 so you don't miss this inspiring story of passion, resilience, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. 🔥💫#lifeboat #horseriding #horse #entrepreneur #founder #cofounder #business #investor #intrapreneurs #equine #entrepreneurship #comingsoon #mentorship #trailer #podcast #barriers #challenges #talegaon #pune #mumbai #japalouppe #horseridingtraining #animals #mustwatch #rohanmore #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
The Heart of Hospitality | The LifeBoat Season 2 TrailerMeet Aditya Hegde (Co-Founder of Gymkhana 91 & Permit & Co.) who's redefining success in the restaurant business through emotional intelligence and genuine passion.Full episode drops on Thursday, 20th February, 2025 at 6PM.#lifeboat #hospitality #iconic #brands #mumbai #success #lounge #restaurant #business #startup #legacy #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #podcast #trailer #gymkhana #gymkhanaclub #permit&co. #clubsofmumbai #loungelife #restaurantstyle #interview #adityahegde #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
In this enlightening episode of The LifeBoat – Season 2, we sit down with Dr. Geetanjali Saxena—a renowned Astrologer, TAROT Card Reader, Healer, and Advocate For Mental Wellness. Discover how she turned challenges into opportunities and used her expertise to empower others on their journey of self-discovery and growth. Join us as we explore the transformative power of spirituality, the deeper science behind astrology and tarot, and the importance of mental health in today’s fast-paced world. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories! 🔔 Hit the bell icon to stay updated on our latest episodes. #lifeboat #tarot #myths #manifestation #episode #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #startup #business #science #behindthescene #healer #mentalwellness #tarotcards #motivation #investment #expert #growth #evileye #mentalhealth #empower #spirituality #astrology #geetanjalisaxena #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Get a sneak peek into our upcoming episode of The LifeBoat – Season 2 with Dr. Geetanjali Saxena Discover the magic of astrology, the power of healing, and the importance of mental wellness in this exclusive trailer. Stay tuned for the full episode release! Subscribe and hit the bell icon for updates. Full episode releases on Thursday, 6th Feburary, 2025 #lifeboat #inspiration #comingsoon #vinayakburman #tarotcards #tarotcardreading #investment #investor #manifestation #astrology #sprituality #vb #lifeboatbyvinayakburman #motivation #entrepreneur #startup #intrapreneurs #business #karmickaveza #aries #leo #saggitarius #tauras #virgo #capricorn #gemini #libra #aqurious #cancer #scropio #pisces #strength #sucess #reality #powerful #businessgrowth #businessideas #businessstrategy #businessstartup #geetanjalisaxena #healing #power #wellness #mentalwellness
Koreel Lahiri: Turning Challenges into Opportunities | The LifeBoat Season 2 Welcome to another inspiring episode of The LifeBoat, where we uncover the stories behind extraordinary journeys. Today's conversation features Koreel Lahiri, a visionary leader who shares his unique approach to transforming challenges into opportunities. From personal setbacks to professional triumphs, this episode is a masterclass in resilient leadership. Key Insights: 🌟 The power of resilience in leadership 🌟 Building and inspiring strong teams 🌟 Navigating uncertainty with confidence 🌟 Personal philosophies and core values 🌟 The role of mentorship in leadership Don't forget to: 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments #lifeboat #challenges #investor #entrepreneur #founder #finance #business #funding #venturecapital #vcfunding #entrepreneurlife #foundersstory #leadership #team #teammanagement #mentor #corevalues #koreellahiri #mdif #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Today's conversation features Vineet Rai - Aavishkaar Group who started Aavishkaar with $100 and built it into a multi-billion dollar impact investment group. Key Insights: 🌟 The birth of impact investing in India 🌟 Balancing profit with purpose 🌟 Transforming rural entrepreneurship 🌟 Building sustainable businesses #lifeboat #podcast #impactinvestments #investing #investor #vcfunding #episode #hacks #fundraisingtips #fundraising #motivation #inpiration #vc #vineetrai #aavishkaarcapital #billiondollar #billionaire #venturecapital #funding #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
🎥 Meet the pioneer who built India's impact investing ecosystem from scratch. This week on Lifeboat by Vinayak Burman, Vineet Rai shares how Aavishkaar Group transformed from a $100 venture into a multi-billion dollar impact investment powerhouse. A story of purpose-driven capitalism that's changed millions of lives. Episode drops on 9th January, 2025 at 6 PM! #lifeboat #king #impactinvestments #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneur #startups #business #trailer #successfulinvestors #podcasttrailer #ecosystem #aavishkaarcapital #powerhouse #arohan #vineetrai #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Lifeboat by Vinayak Burman, where we dive deep into journeys that shape India's business landscape. In today's conversation with Piyush Goenka - Founder of Prath Ventures, we explore: 🌟 The Safari success story - scaling from 200 to 10,000 Crores 🌟 What makes consumer startups investable 🌟 Building Prath Ventures' investment philosophy 🌟 Deep dive into investments like Jimmy's Cocktails, Assembly, and Aukera Don't forget to: 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 📣 Share #lifeboat #brand #brandbuilding #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #startup #business #guide #startuplife #successmindset #successstory #podcast #piyushgoenka #prathventures #philosophy #inspiring #motivation #venturecapital #funding #fundraising #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Ever wondered what investors look for in the next big consumer brand? This week on Lifeboat, Piyush Goenka - Founder & Managing Partner of Prath Ventures shares his playbook for identifying and scaling tomorrow's iconic brands. Full episode drops on Thursday - 26th December, 2024 🔔 Subscribe for more insights from India's leading business minds! #lifeboat #trailer #funding #brandbuilding #brand #hacks #hear #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #piyushgoenka #startup #business #iconicbrands #ventures #prathventures #inspiring #fun #friendship #podcast #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
🔥 NOW STREAMING: The Most Authentic Entrepreneurial Story on The LifeBoat, Yash Gangwal from Urban Monkey breaks down:
1. How street culture creates business magic
2. Staying true to your roots
3. Building a brand that speaks volumes
Share with someone who's ready to challenge the status quo! 💪
Get ready for a raw, unfiltered journey into the world of Urban Monkey !"
Yash Gangwal reveals the untold story behind building a brand that's more than just clothing - it's a cultural revolution. From street style to business breakthrough, this trailer offers a glimpse into an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey.
Full episode drops on Thursday - 12th December, 2024
#lifeboat #urbanmonkey #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #startup #business #hacks #clothingbrand #bootstrap #community #hiphop #rap #rapper #businessowner #unfiltered #culture #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #gullyboy #caps #yashgangwal #vinayakburman #vb
In this powerful episode of The Lifeboat, we sit down with Padma Shri Dr. Kalpana Saroj whose life story defies all odds. From surviving a traumatic past and earning just ₹2 per day, she built an empire worth ₹2500 Crores through sheer determination and courage. This episode is more than an interview - it's a masterclass in resilience and the power of the human spirit. Dr. Saroj's story, which even moved PM Modi and Nitin Gadkari to share it as inspiration, proves that our darkest moments can become the foundation of our greatest achievements. #lifeboat #kalpanasaroj #childmarriage #suicide #entrepreneur #founder #investor #startup #business #motivation #inspiration #padmashri #determination #courage #dalitleader #kamanitubes #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Coming up on The #Lifeboat: A story that will make you believe in second chances. Padma Shri Dr. Kalpana Saroj shares her extraordinary journey from earning ₹2 per day to building a ₹2,500 crore empire. Don't miss this powerful conversation about survival, strength, and success against all odds. Full episode releases on 28th November, 2024. #lifeboat #rising #kalpanasaroj #trailer #destiny #faith #rewrote #kamanitubes #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #startup #business #womeninbusiness #successful #dalitleader #inspiration #motivation #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
Here we go! The latest episode featuring Arjun Vaidya, one man who transformed a family legacy into a modern wellness powerhouse and now dedicatedly works in creating pathways for other aspiring entrepreneurs, as an investor is out now. In this episode, Arjun opens up about his journey, with the grit of building Dr. Vaidya's, about selling the brand, becoming an investor and also shares his wisdom in choosing the right investors, managing high-performance teams, and creating the perfect organisation culture. He also talks about growing up playing sports and the impact that it has in shaping his mindset, his experience at the Paris 2024 Olympics, and also shares powerful insights in to what is the truth behind 'overnight success', how to build a brand culture and stay connected, how to deal with failures, being authentic and more. Catch this inspiring conversation which will throw light on what it takes to really create a lasting impact and redefine success in entrepreneurship and Keep fuelling your entrepreneurial journey with this episode. #lifeboat #entrepreneur #investor #founder #intrapreneurs #startup #business #brandbuilding #fundraising #finance #funds #rightinvestors #success #inspiration #motivation #podcast #mindset #parisolympics2024 #sports #drvaidya #failure #powerful #legacy #arjunvaidya #v3ventures #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb
This week on the LifeBoat season 2 we are joined by, yet another inspiring entrepreneur turned Investor – Arjun Vaidya of the renowned legacy brand Dr Vaidya’s. Arjun not only modernized India’s ancient ayurvedic health solutions and wellness by bringing it to the digital age but also built a brand that marries heritage with innovation. Join us on an inspiring journey of a man for whom cricket and sports in general plays an integral part in shaping his mindset and where he draws inspiration, wisdom and resilience to keep going. And finally, the investor in him that creating pathways for other aspiring entrepreneurs. Watch the trailer and don’t miss the full episode of The LifeBoat – stories that keep you afloat, coming this week. #lifeboat #trailer #startup #entrepreneur #founder #investor #intrapreneurs #business #v3 #brandbuilding #hiringhacks #venturecapital #vcfunding #fundraising #parisolympics2024 #sports #drvaidya #motivation #inspiration #mentor #startupfounder #arjunvaidya #storiesthatkeepyouafloat #vinayakburman #vb