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Groundbreakin
by Dipaq
The Groundbreakin is a cutting-edge podcast that explores the journeys of top designers, creative entrepreneurs, and thought leaders in the design industry. Hosted by Dipaq aka Q, a Creative Director and Founder of Syqi , this podcast is your go-to source for insider insights and actionable advice from the world's top design experts. With a focus on fresh topics and engaging discussions, each episode is designed to help you stay ahead of the curve and build a successful career in the ever-evolving design landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, The Groundbreakin is your essential resource for all things design. Join us on a journey to the forefront of creativity and innovation. We are on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all the podcast listening platforms.
Episodes
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#65 - The Design Job Nobody's Hiring For Yet : Aparna Vinod
What happens when most design advice assumes an English-speaking, phone-fluent, low-stakes user and your actual users are none of those things? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Aparna Vinod, a transformation strategy and organizational design practitioner currently pursuing…
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#64 - 65,000 pairs, Zero shortcuts - Designing a slow footwear-first brand in India : Ajaaz Rasheed
What does it take to build a footwear brand in India that competes globally, without taking the easy route through China? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Ajaaz, Principal Designer and Co-Founder at Ludic, a footwear-first lifestyle brand built from scratch in India. From…
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#63 - ADHD, India 2.0, and ADHD, India 2.0, and Building Timeless Consumer Brands : Abhishek Durani
What does it take to build a branding studio that gets dream clients without ever doing cold outreach? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Abhishek Durani, founder of Studio Sorted, a Bangalore-based branding and strategy agency behind some of India’s most talked-about consumer...
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#62 - Sustainable Software Is Not a Utopian Dream. It’s a Design Problem : Pradeep Joseph
What does it take to stay curious across 27 years and 7 completely different industries? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Pradeep, a mechanical engineer turned design leader who has worked across consumer durables, consulting, aerospace, and cloud most recently leading…
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#61 - Physical Design Is Back: Lessons for Global Consumer Brands : Mohan Vijay
What does it take to design products that go into millions of Indian homes and actually solve real problems? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Mohan Vijay, Head of Design & User Experience at B/S/H India the company behind Bosch, Siemens, and Gaggenau appliances. From…
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#60 - The Cultural Gap in How India Designs Public Transport : Snehal Pawar
What does it take to design something that millions of people will use for the next 40 years? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Snehal, Head of Design at Alstom one of the world’s leading rail and mass transit companies. From designing ceiling fans at Bajaj to trucks at Tata...
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#59 - Design for Cybersecurity is The Skill of Our Time : Meenakshi Thaploo
What does it take to design products that don’t just meant to look good but keep the world safe? In this episode of The Groundbreakin, we sit down with Meenakshi Thaploo a designer with 20+ years of experience across architecture, retail, fintech, and now cybersecurity at Cisco. From studying...
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#58 - Dunzo Is Gone But the Brand Lives On Here’s Why : Munz
What does it take to build a brand so powerful that it becomes part of everyday language? In this episode of The Groundbreaking, we sit down with Munz freelance designer, metal band vocalist, photographer, and the creative mind behind some of India's most recognizable brand moments at Dunzo,...
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#57- AI is Developing Design Taste, What Does That Mean For Designers? : Anant Tambade
In this conversation, we sit down with Anant Tambade, a design leader at Microsoft, who takes us inside the rapidly evolving intersection of design, AI, and product building. From architecture to industrial design, UX, and now leading experiences in AI-powered products like Copilot, Anant shares…
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#56 - The Brain & Sweat Behind Building Bangalore T2 : Sundar Chandramouli
In this conversation, Sundar Chandramouli, a professional civil engineer and infrastructure leader, takes us behind the scenes of one of India’s most iconic infrastructure projects Bangalore Airport Terminal 2. From blueprint to reality, Sundar unpacks the immense planning, leadership, systems...
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#55 - Curiosity Becomes an AI-Proof Skill, Designing Without Inspiration : Sumit Bedi
What does it take to stay relevant when tools change faster than job titles-and AI threatens to rewrite the rules overnight? In this wide-ranging and deeply reflective conversation, Dipaq sits down with Sumit Bedi, design leader, educator, and relentless ideator, to unpack what truly makes a...
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#54 - The Problem With India’s Designers - And No One Wants to Admit It : Narendra Ghate
What do two decades building a top design consultancy and a shift to leading design at one of India's largest private banks have in common? In this honest and wide-ranging conversation, Dipaq sits down with Narendra Ghate, Head of Design at HDFC Bank. Drawing from his 25-year tenure at Tata…
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#53 - The T-Shaped Skillset for Modern Design Leadership, Future of Fintech Design : Vikash Kumar
In this candid conversation, Vikash Kumar (Director of Design at Pine Labs) takes us through his incredible career shift-from working on massive campaigns for brands like Vodafone to steering the entire art and brand aesthetic at Pine Labs. Vikash gives a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the...
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#52 - The Design Philosophy Driving Ather | Hardware, Software, and the Golden Decade for Indian EVs : Bikash Jyoti Biswas
In this conversation, Dipaq sits down with Bikash, Head of Design at Ather, whose 11-year journey is a masterclass in building a design-first EV brand from a startup to a public company. From the early days of an idea to pioneering India's two-wheeler EV space, the guest details their unique...
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#51 - Robin Dhanwani - On Building Parallel, Design Delusion & Finding Meaning in Chaos
Robin Dhanwani is the founder of Parallel, a product-design studio that works with startups, enterprises, and public systems to design with empathy and clarity. He talks about building a studio from scratch, selling design in India, and why the most important part of design is learning when to...
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#50 - Why Great Brand Design Starts With ‘Why Not’, Design Behind Gojek’s Most Defining Era : Susan Theresa
In this 50th episode of Groundbreakin, we sit down with Susan, a designer, artist, and brand thinker who has quietly shaped some of Asia’s most influential brands. From being an “accidental designer” at Flipkart to redefining brand identity for Gojek, Cult.fit, and now leading brand design at…
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#49 - The $100 Billion E-Commerce Playbook, Top Rules that Power Design at Scale : Shayak Sen
This conversation with Shayak Sen, the Head of Design at Myntra, is a masterclass in navigating the complexities of design leadership and e-commerce at massive scale. Shayak, who transitioned from an architecture background to co-founding one of Bangalore's earliest UX agencies, offers a rare,...
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#48 - The Framework to build brands that actually last : Ekta Manchanda
In this refreshingly honest conversation, Dipaq sits down with Ekta Manchanda, co-founder of Everything Design, a multidisciplinary design studio specializing in B2B branding. Ekta shares the story of her 12-year journey from a graphic designer working at various agencies to co-founding her own...
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#47 - Why 80-Year-Old Brands Outlast the 20-Year-Olds, How AI Cuts Design Cycles from Months to Days : Anshul Patria
What is the future of branding in a world where AI is accelerating every creative process, and the lines between physical and digital are blurring? In this mind-bending conversation, Dipaq sits down with Anshul, a Design Manager at BCG, to unpack the paradigm shifts happening in the creative...
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#46 - Why 80% of Designers Will Need to Learn Prompt Engineering, Lessons in Building Brands : Vibhor Mathur
What's it like to be a creative professional in today's world of rapidly evolving technology and changing industry landscapes? In this deep-dive conversation, Dipaq sits down with Vibhor, a seasoned design leader and former creative professional at Grofers and now Razorpay, who shares his...
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#45 - How Smallcase Built Its Brand, Design, Storytelling & Trust in Fintech : Nivedita Saikia
What does it take to build a career that's a masterclass in curiosity and adaptation? In this episode, we sit down with Nivedita Saikia, a Design Leader at Smallcase, whose career journey is anything but linear. From her beginnings in architecture and furniture design to her current role in the...
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#44 - The Raw Truth About Design, Influence, and Survival : Apeksha Gupta
Burnout. AI. Broken design education. The messy truth about running a studio. In this episode of Groundbreakin, Dipaq sits down with Apeksha Gupta — design leader, entrepreneur, and writer — who goes unfiltered on the realities every creative faces but few talk about. From starting her design...
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#43 - What it takes to build a Unicorn Brand, Product Design vs. Communication Design : Sourajit Sengupta
What does it take to lead design through one of the biggest shifts in the creative industry? In this episode, Dipaq sits down with Sourajit Sengupta, Design Leader at Razorpay and former Head of Design at Lenskart, to explore the evolution of communication design from a “nice-to-haveˮ to a...
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#42 - Rebrands, Retainers, and Red Flags: Inside the Studio Hustle : Harish Venkatesh
What’s it really like to run a design studio today in a world of niche branding, long sales cycles, remote teams, and impatient clients? In this refreshingly honest conversation, we speak with Harish Venkatesh, founder of Become and Frontrunner, a studio redefining what it means to build…
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#41 - AI vs. Agencies, Truth About What’s Really Shaping Indian Brands : Bharath Adarsh
What does it take to stay original in an industry obsessed with trends, algorithms, and speed? In this episode, we sit down with Bharath Adharsh, Creative Lead at StayVista an ex-engineer turned storyteller who found his voice through language, not layouts. From writing his first lines of copy to...
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#40 - The Golden Decade for Design & The Future of Creative Education : Madhu Amodia
What is the future of a creative career in a world of AI, rapidly changing tech, and new opportunities? We explore this and more in a deep and inspiring conversation with Madhu Amodia, a seasoned design leader and the Dean of École Intuit Lab, Bangalore. Madhu draws from her rich experience…
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#39 - One Startup is fixing 1,400 stores the other may just fix Indian Sports : Nitin Ravi
What does it take to build a career that truly aligns with your passions? In this conversation, Dipaq sits down with Nitin Ravi, Director at SaaS company Pazo, whose journey is a masterclass in exactly that. From his start in engineering to the early days at Byju's, and from launching startups to...
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38 - Inside Nike History: Untold Stories and Design Innovations with Scott Reames
Discover the untold stories and behind-the-scenes insights of the iconic Nike brand as we sit down with Scott Reems, a retired Nike historian who spent nearly three decades preserving the company's rich history. Join us on this captivating journey as Scott shares his family's connection to the…
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37 - Branding Beyond Borders and Unlocking Personal Growth, Creativity, and Vulnerability - with Lulu Raghavan
Ever wondered how to unleash your untapped potential and create a powerful personal brand? We sat down with Lulu Raghavan, the incredible Managing Director at Landor & Fitch India, to get her invaluable insights on personal growth, creativity, and vulnerability. Lulu's journey is a testament to…
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36 - The Art of Balancing Creativity and Leadership - Tassia Swulinska
What is it that makes a design truly captivating, and how can you lead a team of talented creatives to craft such masterpieces? We had the pleasure of sitting down with Tassia Swulinska, design visionary and design director at Dixon Baxi, to uncover the secrets behind her staggering success in…
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35 - Unleashing your Creative Mindset - with Hussain Almossawi
For this episode, we have Hussain Almossawi aka Mossawi, a design visionary and industry leader who has made a lasting impact in the world of design. In our conversation, we explore his incredible journey from his deep-rooted passion for design to his remarkable work with renowned innovation…
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34 - The Present and Future of Industrial Design - with Hector Silva
For this episode, we have Hector Silva, the founder of Advanced Design and the host of the Context Podcast. In our conversation, we delved into his journey in the design industry, from his beginnings in toy design to creating an impactful education space for the next generation of designers. We...
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33 - The Art of Copywriting - with Devargh Mukherjee
For this episode of the #Groundbreakin , we have Devargh, a copywriter and advertising strategist works at the Talented, we talked about his journey and insights into the ever-changing world of copywriting. We discussed the challenges of balancing unsexy work with the sexy stuff. We also delved...
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32 - The Changing Landscape of Design in India - with Vyasateja Rao
For this episode, We have the amazing Vyasateja Rao, founder of Analogy Design, a product design and innovation studio based in Bangalore, India. Vyasateja shares his inspiring journey of learning design in the United States and returning to India to establish a successful design business....
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31 - Building a fashion brand from the future - with Mayya Geo
For this episode, We have Mayya Geo, She's a founder at Geobo a design company works around brand design for fashion companies of the future, they help fashion tech companies build their brand using their 6-step brand process. We had a fun chat about her journey pursuing design, picking art in...
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30 - Reliving the 90s: Capturing Indian Nostalgia in 3D - with Ravinder Kumar
For this episode, We have Ravinder Kumar aka Ravinder Design on Instagram. Ravinder is a brilliant artist who's been making waves in the world of 3D visuals. His work is a solid slap of 90s desi/Indian nostalgia that's captured the attention of millions around the globe. In fact, one of his…
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29 - Industrial Design for the future - with Puneet Nagi
For this episode of #Groundbreakin, we are thrilled to have Puneet Singh, an Industrial Designer with a passion for pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers in design. Puneet brings a unique perspective to his work, one that is detail-oriented and forward-thinking. During our conversation…
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28 - Designing at the AI Image Creator Startup - with Aakanksha Mirdha
For this episode of #Groundbreakin , we have Aakanksha Mirdha, who takes care of the design at Playground AI, a free-to-use online AI image creator based in the Bay Area. Aakanksha has extensive experience in using AI effectively and has worked with some of the most innovative teams at brands…
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27 - Building a Human Centric Organization - with Saurabh Uboweja
For this episode of #Groundbreakin, we have the pleasure of hosting Saurabh Uboweja, the founder and managing director of BOD Consulting, a management consulting firm that builds promising brands. Saurabh is an international award-winning management consultant and adjunct faculty member at…
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26 - Following a Creative Path - with Clim Studio
For this episode of #Groundbreakin , We have the amazing Clim from the Clim Studio, Starting his creative path as an independent designer, he has since transformed his passion for design into a successful design studio. Clim Studio has become known for their innovative approach to design and...
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25 - The Art of 3D Typography - with Vincent Wagner
For this episode of #Groundbreakin, we have Vincent Wagner, aka Computer Vincent, a highly sought-after designer known for his expertise in 3D lettering, typography and animation. We having a chat about his background in law and media to his current state in the design world. We also talking…
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24 - Charting Your Design Destiny - with Jeremy Mura
Join us for this episode of #Groundbreakin as we chat with Jeremy Mura, a creative powerhouse known for his unique mindset and passion for design. Jeremy shares his journey in the industry, from teaching and creating content to working with big clients as a successful freelancer. We dive into his...
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23 - Shaping a Creative's Journey - with Benjamin Maclaren
For this episode of #Groundbreakin, We sit down with Benjamin Maclaren, a designer by day for the Australian government on sensitive projects and a community leader at CaseStudy.club by night. Benjamin shares his creative journey hopping careers and the challenges he faced along the way. He also...
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22 - Collaboration and Co-Creation - with Jutta Jerlich
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Jutta Jerlich, a Lecturer and Consultant at Vienna University of Technology. With a wealth of experience in a variety of disciplines, from engineers to designers, Jutta has a unique perspective on the importance of collaboration in building thriving teams...
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21 - Beyond the Brand - with Kunal Vora
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, Kunal Vora, the founder of ABND, a brand design studio that helps companies create compelling and effective brands. Kunal started his career as an industrial designer and has since transitioned into the world of branding. He also shares his knowledge by teaching…
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20 - The Art of Creative Leadership - with Carla Traini
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Carla Traini who is a design director at Frog based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. She has worked with luxury brands such as Ferrari, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel, as well as consumer brands such as Nespresso and Phillip Morris. She is a champion creative who is...
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19 - How To Run a Design Magazine - with Sudhir Sharma
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Sudhir Sharma who is a founder of Indi Design based in Pune, India. He is also the founder and chief editor of Design India Magazine, which was founded in 2010. It began as an interaction platform for the design community in India and around the world. It...
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18 - Everyday Visual Creation Recipe - with Bacosil
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Mohamed Basil aka Bacosil who is a self-taught 3D Artist who works around Graphic Design, Typography, and Motion Graphics. Bacosil has been posting daily designs for more than two years and continues to do so. In addition to working with other artists to...
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17 - The Poetry of Motion - with Karan Adivi
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Karan Adivi who is a Designer and an Automotive CGI artist. Adivi creates exquisite car renders and has made a significant impact on the world's biggest OEMs. Adivi is an automotive warrior and constantly learning new tools to get the most out of his work....
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16 - Design Futurism - with Rishav Kumar
For this episode of #GBINSTREAM, We have Rishav Kumar who is a Designer at Canoo, a transportation designer, and an automotive futurist who has worked for brands like Honda, Volkswagen, Peugeot, Volvo and Polestar. Rishav has a distinctive exquisite style which is has made a lot of impact already...
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The Groundbreakin is a cutting-edge podcast that explores the journeys of top designers, creative entrepreneurs, and thought leaders in the design industry. Hosted by Dipaq aka Q, a Creative Director and Founder of Syqi , this podcast is your go-to source for insider insights and actionable advice from the world's top design experts. With a focus on fresh topics and engaging discussions, each episode is designed to help you stay ahead of the curve and build a successful career in the ever-evolving design landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, The Groundbreakin is your essential resource for all things design. Join us on a journey to the forefront of creativity and innovation. We are on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all the podcast listening platforms.
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