Chat Masala with Rahul Subramaniam
by Athena Education Media Labs
Welcome to Chat Masala, presented by Athena Education, bringing you insights from the greatest leaders across industries. Learn what it takes to get to the top straight from the source. Hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, visionary educator and pioneer of the liberal arts.
Episodes
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Personalized medicine: genomic mapping and the future of Indian healthcare | Dr Ritu Garg, Fortis
What does the future hold for healthcare, and how are innovations shaping the landscape? Join us on Chat Masala as we sit down with Dr. Ritu Garg, Chief Growth & Innovation Officer at Fortis Hospitals to explore the cutting-edge advancements revolutionizing medicine. From robotics to personalized...
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Behind the scenes of a Bollywood film set | Charu Shankar opens up
In this eye-opening episode of Chat Masala, we interview Charu Shankar, an actor, dancer, and choreographer who has played many significant roles in films, web series, and short films. She is best known for her leading role as Mehrunissa in Epic Channels flagship show Siyaasat and has been widely...
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The reality of bridging gaps in education | Shaveta Sharma Kukreja, MD, Central Square Foundation
Can you solve India's education puzzle? Join us in this insightful episode of Chat Masala, where Rahul Subramaniam, co-founder of Athena Education, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shaveta Sharma-Kukreja, MD & CEO of Central Square Foundation. With an impressive career journey...
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The Chemistry of Ayurveda | Dr. Chorghade, Visiting Scientist, Caltech, Harvard, MIT, Cambridge
Which chemical reaction makes cooked basmati rice so fragrant? Have you ever wondered how plants like tulsi, turmeric, and karela might be used to prevent and even cure disease? This highly-anticipated Chat Masala with Dr. Mukund Chorghade, a distinguished professor of Organic Chemistry, reveals...
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The surprising reality of US deployment to Afghanistan | Former platoon leader, Rajiv Srinivasan
In this episode of Chat Masala, we speak with Rajiv Srinivasan, an alum of West Point Military Academy and Wharton, and former platoon leader in Afghanistan. He opens up about his journey as an Indian in the US military, insights gained while interacting with tribal elders in Kandahar, and the…
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How VMart became a pan-India retail giant | Chat Masala with Lalit Agarwal, Founder of @VMartRetail
Can you change an entire society with just a pair of jeans? In this episode of Chat Masala, our host, Rahul Subramaniam, interviews Mr. Lalit Agarwal, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of V-Mart, one of India's leading fashion and lifestyle retail chains. From growing up in a tailor’s shop...
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How this VC fund is Promoting Gender Equality | Seema Chaturvedi, Founder, AWE Funds
Are financial returns and social returns necessarily at odds? Is there a way organizations can promote gender equity AND increase profitability exponentially? Join us for another illuminating installment of Chat Masala, hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, where we are in conversation with Ms. Seema...
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'Made in Heaven' Actor Ankur Rathee opens up about breaking into Bollywood
Join us as Ankur Rathee opens up about his journey from working in New York City to quitting his stable job to chase his dreams of making it to Bollywood. Whether he was creating flashcards of Karan Johar and Raj Kapoor or grappling with disappointment from his parents, Ankur trusted his…
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I lost everything in cryptocurrency TWICE | Digital art in Web3.0 | Shash Gupta, founder of @AltcoinBuzz
What is blockchain? Are you wondering how to invest in cryptocurrency? Let's venture into the world of Web3.0, where we interview Shash Gupta, founder of @AltcoinBuzz a media company helping people learn more about blockchain technology and crypto news. This is the perfect episode for crypto...
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Steel Factory to Harvard Business School to Social Entrepreneur | Bindi Dharia, Founder, VAll
How does one go from being the only brown girl working on a 9,000 ton blast furnace in a steel factory to Harvard Business School (HBS) and then become a social entrepreneur? In this episode, we hear the story of Bindi Dharia, a social impact leader who got her start at the University of…
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What they don't tell you about the military | Major General Bhupesh Jain
How do military officers survive in war? Do YOU have what it takes to become a soldier? Learn the traits of highly effective military leaders from Major General Bhupesh Jain, an alumnus of the NDA and the Indian Military Academy, former Indian military attaché to the US and Canada. In this...
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How I Built Twitter India | Rishi Jaitly, Ex VP, Twitter Asia Pacific & Middle East
A degree in the liberal arts can open you up to a world of professional opportunities. In this episode of Chat Masala, Rahul goes deep with Rishi Jaitly, a leader in the technology industry with an academic background that might surprise you! Join us as we extract insights from various…
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What it takes to be an internet entrepreneur | Hitesh Oberoi | Co-Promoter and CEO of Info Edge India Limited
What are the secrets to becoming a leading Internet entrepreneur? This new and exciting episode of Chat Masala brings you yet another industry titan—Hitesh Oberoi—the Co-Promoter, MD and CEO of Info Edge India Limited. The first to pioneer internet companies in the Indian market, Info Edge owns...
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Breaking Barriers: why women should take risks in their careers | Anuranjita Kumar
Welcome to another delectable episode of Chat Masala, where we bring you inspiring stories and insights from remarkable people. Today, we have an incredible guest, Ms. Anuranjita Kumar, CEO of WeAce, who champions workplace safety, gender equality, and women’s empowerment. Ms. Kumar's journey is...
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A publishing powerhouse in the digital era | Gaurav Shrinagesh, CEO, Penguin Random House India
Get ready for a podcast episode that's packed with intriguing insights! Join us on Chat Masala as we sit down with Gaurav Shrinagesh, the CEO of Penguin, to rekindle your love of reading. Discover Gaurav's journey from his days at Sanawar to his rise as a renowned publishing professional. Hear...
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The Pursuit of Simplicity with Gaurav Pachnanda, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Chat Masala is about to unleash a legal powerhouse! We're thrilled to welcome Mr. Gaurav Pachnanda, a distinguished Senior Advocate in the Indian Bar, known for his outstanding work in commercial litigation and arbitration. With this legal luminary, get ready to strap in and dive deep into the...
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Chat Masala feat. Shailaz Nag | Co-Founder of DotPe
Introducing Chat Masala, the podcast series that's sure to add some flavor to your mental palate! Join us as we bring insights and stories from successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders in various fields hosted by Athena's co-founder Rahul Subramaniam. Shailaz Nag, the founder of, DotPe and...
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Trailer | Chat Masala with Rahul Subramaniam | Podcast
Introducing Chat Masala, the podcast series that's sure to kickstart your mind and sprinkle some much-needed spice to your mental menu. Hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, co-founder of Athena Education, we bring you insights and stories from some of the most successful entrepreneurs, lawyers, tech...
About this show
Welcome to Chat Masala, presented by Athena Education, bringing you insights from the greatest leaders across industries. Learn what it takes to get to the top straight from the source. Hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, visionary educator and pioneer of the liberal arts.
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Athena Education Media Labs