The Flop Side

PODCAST · business

The Flop Side

In a world obsessed with "the next big thing" and "viral sensations," we’re looking at the other side of business stories. Because let’s face it: While success is loud, failure is where the real wisdom lies.Every week, we peel back the curtain on the Indian startup ecosystem to uncover the stories of companies that once soared, only to come crashing down. From the "disruptors” that once dominated headlines to the “heavily funded favourites” that vanished overnight, we explore the bad bets, the boardroom battles, and the brutal reality of growth in India.No sugar coating, no PR scripts, just raw lessons from the graveyard of ambition. Whether you're a dreamer, a curious individual, or just here for the tea, there's something in it for everyone.Presenting to you…The Flop Side 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups.New episode out every Friday, 5pm IST.

  1. 1

    Ep5 - Hike: Mass Adoption, No Retention

    In an attempt to do everything, this unicorn ended up with nothing. 🦄It once touted 100 million users, but vanity metrics can be blinding. So how did the Indian Super App, collapse under it's own weight?Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups...DisclaimerThis podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events.This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information.Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws.All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

  2. 0

    Ep4 - BharatAgri: Deep Tech, Shallow Roots

    They tried to force a 5,000 year old ecosystem onto a 30-day venture cycle. 🌱📉The early metrics were blinding. But you cannot hack a harvest.So how did a sudden funding frost completely starve a rising agritech empire?Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups...DisclaimerThis podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events.This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information.Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws.All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

  3. -1

    Ep3 - Niro: Smart Lending, Harsh Rulings

    They hacked the checkout page to print instant, invisible loans. 💳💨The growth was staggering. But the watchdog was not amused.So how did a single RBI circular unplug Niro’s invisible money machine?Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups...DisclaimerThis podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events.This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information.Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws.All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

  4. -2

    Ep2 - BluSmart Mobility: Clean Rides, Dirty Realities

    This startup had a thousand-crore secret. 🚕🤫Their mission was clean. Their money was not.So how did BluSmart's electric blue illusion break down?Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups...DisclaimerThis podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events.This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information.Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws.All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

  5. -3

    Ep1 - TinyOwl: Too Fast, Too Furious

    They had the product.They had the funding.They had the timing.So how did TinyOwl still fail? Find out, on this week's episode of The Flop Side🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups...DisclaimerThis podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events.This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information.Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws.All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

  6. -4

    Ep0 - Intro

    A short episode introducing the podcast!

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

No topics indexed yet for this podcast.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

In a world obsessed with "the next big thing" and "viral sensations," we’re looking at the other side of business stories. Because let’s face it: While success is loud, failure is where the real wisdom lies.Every week, we peel back the curtain on the Indian startup ecosystem to uncover the stories of companies that once soared, only to come crashing down. From the "disruptors” that once dominated headlines to the “heavily funded favourites” that vanished overnight, we explore the bad bets, the boardroom battles, and the brutal reality of growth in India.No sugar coating, no PR scripts, just raw lessons from the graveyard of ambition. Whether you're a dreamer, a curious individual, or just here for the tea, there's something in it for everyone.Presenting to you…The Flop Side 🎙️Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups.New episode out every Friday, 5pm IST.

HOSTED BY

Priyanka & Nandita

CATEGORIES

URL copied to clipboard!