Why Kannada MATTERS in Bengaluru: The Conversation Everyone Avoids | CTC Podcast | EP 17

In this Code to Culture episode, Malini Goyal (Co-founder & CEO, UnboxingBLR) sits down with stand-up comedians Harman Preet Singh and Nithin M Kamath for a high-energy, Bengaluru-rooted conversation on growing up in Bangalore, college fest culture, and the evolution of Indian stand-up comedy.From Indiranagar’s once empty roads, street cricket memories, and Yelahanka childhood runs to KR Market, to the rivalry and buzz of Bengaluru’s campus scene—St. Joseph’s, Bishop Cotton, Jain College, New Horizon (School & College)—this episode captures the city’s cultural DNA. The duo dives into early comedy influences, Kannada pop-culture inspirations, how they found their voice in stand-up, and the Delhi vs Bengaluru vs Mumbai comedy ecosystem.They also unpack the rise of Kannada stand-up comedy, the real gap between demand and supply for Kannada comedy shows, and why Kannada representation in Indian media needs to grow. Plus: Malini Goyal answers a sharp question on Comedy vs Journalism, and the episode closes with the business side—pricing power, booking platforms, and why BookMyShow dominates live entertainment discovery.UnboxingBLR presents "Code to Culture," a podcast hosted by Malini Goyal (Founder and CEO of UnboxingBLR). This series features conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators who have significantly influenced Bengaluru. It dives into the unique journeys and experiences of individuals who have either introduced global concepts to Bengaluru or have introduced local ideas to a global audience.At UnboxingBLR, we bridge the gap between old and new, the traditional and the cutting-edge. We’re not just showing you the city; we’re inviting you to experience it, whether you’ve always called it home or just got here, and want to shape its future. Check us out on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromcodetoculture   Twitter: https://x.com/codetoculture LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unboxingblr