Best Sanjeev Kumar Podcasts (2025)

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Vijay Kumar ... on SEMMA and creating unapologetically Indian food 42:11

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Abhay is joined by Chef Vijay Kumar, who shares his journey as the executive chef of SEMMA in New York City, discussing the importance of authenticity in Indian cuisine, the balance between tradition and innovation, and the emotional connections that food creates. Vijay reflects on the challenges and responsibilities that come with recognition in t…

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Why India needs to take sleep seriously ft Dr GC Khilnani 45:22

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In this episode, host Sandip Roy discuses India’s national sleep crisis, a problem that affects all ages, from anxious teenagers to overworked professionals, with Dr. G.C. Khilnani, a renowned pulmonologist and chairman of the PSRI Institute of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, to understand why sleeplessness has become such a widespread…

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Milan Vaishnav... on India - America relations and diaspora politics 51:29

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Abhay shares a compelling discussion with Milan Vaishnav, director of the South Asia program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. They chatted about the intriguing shifts in political allegiances among the Indian Americans, the concept of "Modi Democrats," the broader implications of US- India relations, and the optimism he has for co…

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The underbelly of the gig economy ft Vandana Vasudevan 1:02:37

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In recent years, online retail has transformed how we shop—bringing everything from food to taxis to our doorstep. The convenience is undeniable, but the gig economy behind it remains largely unexamined. How does this system impact those who work in it, use it, or build it? This week on the show, host Sandip Roy speaks to social science researcher …

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Shweta Katti... on KRANTI and empowering girls from India's red-light areas 51:47

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Abhay delves into the transformative journey of Shweta Katti, the Director of Education at KRANTI. Discover how KRANTI empowers daughters of sex workers from India's red light districts, turning adversity into strength and resilience. Shweta shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a red light district to empowering girls from similar backgr…

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How we love the mango but know very little about it ft Sopan Joshi 57:21

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Summer in India brings with it the irresistible charm of mangoes, and the predictable flood of mango themed stories. These usually blend nostalgia, tales of nawabi indulgence, exotic varieties, and the timeless Alphonso-versus-the-rest debate. But journalist Sopan Joshi, in his book Mangifera indica: A Biography of the Mango, peels back that sugary…

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SPOTLIGHT... on Abhi Gholap and the North American Film Association (NAFA) 31:32

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Periodically on TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I’m DOING , we share a SPOTLIGHT conversation and feature brief chats with an individual or a group from the community about a special topic or a unique endeavor. I grew up in a Marathi American household and even as a born and raised Californian, there was a lot of attention at my house to Marathi film and cine…

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Sanjeev Bhaskar... on being a work in progress 59:58

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Abhay is joined by the singular and superb actor, writer, and presenter, Sanjeev Bhaskar, as he shares his artistic journey and navigation through the complexities of identity, success, and creativity with humility, engagement in the present, and humor. No chuddies were harmed, kissed, or soiled in the making of this episode. (0:00 - 2:53) Introduc…

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Geeta Gandhbir... on documentary filmmaking 50:38

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Abhay is joined by award winning filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir, as she discusses her journey in making documentary films, the importance of empathy in storytelling, and the challenges faced by marginalized voices in the industry. She reflects on her personal experiences, the influence of her mentors, and the need for representation and trust. Geeta also…

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Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's forgotten PM ft Sanjeev Chopra 57:19

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Long relegated to the footnotes of history, Lal Bahadur Shastri is often overshadowed by the towering legacies of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. But what if Shastri hadn’t died suddenly after signing the Tashkent Agreement with Pakistan? Would Indira Gandhi still have become Prime Minister? And how might India’s political trajectory have chang…

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How Indians in America took on Indira Gandhi’s Emergency ft Prof Anand Kumar and Sugata Srinivasaraju 56:20

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On June 25, 1975, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of Emergency in India—an era marked by censorship, arrests, and a suspension of civil liberties. While the resistance within India is well-documented, far less is known about how Indians abroad responded. In this episode, on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, host Sandip Roy speaks…

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Ruchir Joshi on the Calcutta you don’t know 53:22

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In this episode, host Sandip Roy Show is joined by author Ruchir Joshi who takes us back to Calcutta in the early 1940s, an era charged with political upheaval, global war, and cultural ferment. Set against the backdrop of Tagore’s death, Subhash Bose’s escape, the Quit India Movement, and the looming Bengal Famine, Joshi’s novel Great Eastern Hote…

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Pramod Varma... on digital architecture and creating hope 1:02:51

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Abhay chats with Pramod Varma, the visionary technologist who helped architect India’s digital transformation, enabling over a billion people to access digital identity, banking, payments, and verifiable credentials, fundamentally reshaping India’s social and economic landscape. (0:00 - 3:41) Introduction (3:41) Part 1 - Describing what he does, tr…

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Madame Gandhi... on lifelong learning and LET ME BE WATER 40:26

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Abhay shares a conversation with Kiran Gandhi, also known as the award-winning world stage performer Madame Gandhi, as they discuss her journey of personal growth, the creative process behind her latest album 'Let Me Be Water', and the balance between power and stillness in her life. She reflects on the importance of learning, the challenges of bei…

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Pride Month Special: How has gayness evolved in popular culture? 57:24

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To what extent has gay representation in Indian popular culture evolved? Is it now simply trendy to include gay characters, or are these portrayals also becoming deeper and more meaningful? This week, to kick off Pride Month, we explore how the portrayal of gay lives in Indian popular culture has changed over the decades. Host Sandip Roy speaks to …

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SPOTLIGHT... on Dr. Amit Anand, pranayama, and 'Breathonance' 31:57

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Periodically on TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I’m DOING , we share a SPOTLIGHT conversation and feature brief chats with an individual from the community about a special topic or a unique endeavor. Now while we truly should strive for mental wellness all the time, May is mental health awareness month, and there’s no more obvious place to focus our energy th…

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Sanjay Sharma... on margins and mainstream in media and storytelling 52:12

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Abhay welcomes Sanjay Sharma, founder and CEO of Marginal Media Works, for a candid and thought-provoking conversation about the power of the margins in shaping culture, creativity, and identity. Sanjay shares his journey from growing up immersed in subcultures like skateboarding, heavy metal, and hip hop, to building a media company dedicated to a…

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Amit Tandon... on honest comedy and storytelling 44:13

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Abhay is joined by comedian Amit Tandon for a broad conversation sharing insights into his journey in comedy, discussing the importance of relatability, the art of writing jokes, and the challenges of maintaining relevance in a rapidly changing industry. He reflects on the evolution of his craft, the significance of audience observation, and the ba…

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Forget Hindi or English, what about the other 777 languages? ft Ganesh Devy and Anvita Abbi 54:28

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India recently saw heated debates around the three-language formula — a policy suggesting students learn a modern Indian language like Hindi, and English. While some saw it as a backdoor push for Hindi, the real picture might be far more layered. But as we argue over Hindi versus English, or regional versus national languages, a deeper concern ofte…

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Karan Soni... on "A Nice Indian Boy", lessons in Hollywood, and his life on both sides of the camera 54:37

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Actor, director, and producer, Karan Soni joins Abhay to talk about his latest film A Nice Indian Boy (directed by Roshan Sethi), share lessons from his journey, and some of the cultural nuances of being an Indian American in Hollywood. He reflects on the importance of versatility in acting, the duality of creative roles, and the significance of do…

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Vani Kola... on daily anchors, guardrails, and venture capitalism in India 57:23

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Abhay is joined by pioneering seed-stage venture capitalist Vani Kola, founder and managing director of Kolaari Capital. They talked about rituals and routines, dealing with ambiguity and guardrails, and how accelerate closing the equity gap for women entrepreneurs in tech. (0:00 - 3:04) Introduction (3:04) Rituals, basic skills and values, anchors…

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The Mystery of the Awadh 'Royals' of Delhi's Malcha Mahal ft Aletta André and Abhimanyu Kumar 58:20

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In 1975, Begum Wilayat Mahal and her children, Princess Sakina and Prince Ali Raza, moved into New Delhi Railway Station, claiming to be descendants of the House of Awadh. After a decade at the station, the government granted them Malcha Mahal, a 14th century hunting lodge deep inside a forest in Delhi. But were they really royalty, or was it all a…

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Isabella Sreyashii Sen... on Singapore and storytelling for social impact 43:15

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Isabella Sreyashii Sen, co-CEO of Hazelnut Media, joins Abhay to share her journey of finding home in Singapore and how her background informs her storytelling approach. She discusses the importance of empathy in media, the challenges of independent film production, and the role of the Indian diaspora in shaping global narratives. Isabella highligh…

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Satyajit Hange... on TWO BROTHERS ORGANIC FARMS and living with purpose 50:59

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Abhay shares a conversation with Satyajit Hange, co-founding farmer of Two Brothers Organic Farms, located in Bhodani, a rural village in Maharasthra. They chatted about generational influences on his journey, grappling with the challenges of running an eco-conscious enterprise, and even the impact of his Vedic philosophy on his mission, vision, an…

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SPOTLIGHT... on VANARAI and Sagar Dharia 33:20

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Periodically on TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I’m DOING , we share a SPOTLIGHT conversation and feature brief chats with an individual from the community about a special topic or a unique endeavor. So it’s springtime in a lot of our global areas, where traditionally, things everywhere are starting to bloom. And with melting snow and healthy rains it also me…

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The Urdu newspaper that dared to speak truth to power ft Chander Mohan and Jyotsna Mohan 52:25

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Long before press freedom indexes were even conceived, the Urdu newspaper Pratap was speaking truth to power in undivided India — and paying a heavy price for it. Launched in 1919, Pratap quickly ran afoul of the British Raj but remained defiantly independent. After independence, its legacy continued with the launch of Vir Pratap, its Hindi success…

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Sindhu Vee... on "Alphabet" and her brand of comedy 50:01

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Comedian, writer, and actor Sindhu Vee joins Abhay for a broad conversation about her new comedy special Alphabet, how her journey has informed her comedy, and the way she measures success. Mangoes, Amitabh Bachchan, and love letters were all of course included! (0:00 - 2:49) Introduction (2:49) Part 1 - consuming comedy, South Asian roots (15:00) …

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Manu Pillai on how Hinduism and Christianity transformed each other 59:13

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In this episode, we discuss how early Christian missionaries encountered Hinduism during colonial rule depending on where they landed and whom they met and how they saw very different faiths with different gods, rituals, and customs. Host Sandip Roy is joined by author and historian Manu S. Pillai to discuss his new book, "Gods, Guns and Missionari…

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Vijay Kumar ... on SEMMA and creating unapologetically Indian food 42:11

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Why India needs to take sleep seriously ft Dr GC Khilnani 45:22

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Milan Vaishnav... on India - America relations and diaspora politics 51:29

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The underbelly of the gig economy ft Vandana Vasudevan 1:02:37

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Shweta Katti... on KRANTI and empowering girls from India's red-light areas 51:47

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How we love the mango but know very little about it ft Sopan Joshi 57:21

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SPOTLIGHT... on Abhi Gholap and the North American Film Association (NAFA) 31:32

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Sanjeev Bhaskar... on being a work in progress 59:58

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Geeta Gandhbir... on documentary filmmaking 50:38

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Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's forgotten PM ft Sanjeev Chopra 57:19

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How Indians in America took on Indira Gandhi’s Emergency ft Prof Anand Kumar and Sugata Srinivasaraju 56:20

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Ruchir Joshi on the Calcutta you don’t know 53:22

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Pramod Varma... on digital architecture and creating hope 1:02:51

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Madame Gandhi... on lifelong learning and LET ME BE WATER 40:26

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Pride Month Special: How has gayness evolved in popular culture? 57:24

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SPOTLIGHT... on Dr. Amit Anand, pranayama, and 'Breathonance' 31:57

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Sanjay Sharma... on margins and mainstream in media and storytelling 52:12

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Amit Tandon... on honest comedy and storytelling 44:13

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Forget Hindi or English, what about the other 777 languages? ft Ganesh Devy and Anvita Abbi 54:28

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Karan Soni... on "A Nice Indian Boy", lessons in Hollywood, and his life on both sides of the camera 54:37

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Vani Kola... on daily anchors, guardrails, and venture capitalism in India 57:23

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The Mystery of the Awadh 'Royals' of Delhi's Malcha Mahal ft Aletta André and Abhimanyu Kumar 58:20

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Isabella Sreyashii Sen... on Singapore and storytelling for social impact 43:15

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Satyajit Hange... on TWO BROTHERS ORGANIC FARMS and living with purpose 50:59

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SPOTLIGHT... on VANARAI and Sagar Dharia 33:20

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The Urdu newspaper that dared to speak truth to power ft Chander Mohan and Jyotsna Mohan 52:25

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Sindhu Vee... on "Alphabet" and her brand of comedy 50:01

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Manu Pillai on how Hinduism and Christianity transformed each other 59:13