Best Sanjeev Kumar Podcasts (2025)

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The Value of Precision Medicine with James Hamrick, MD and Sanjeev Kumar 45:38

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with James Hamrick, MD, and Sanjeev Kumar about the value of biomarker testing and precision oncology, personal journeys with patient advocacy and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:05 • About Kumar 1:20 • About Hamrick 1:52 • The interview 2:30 • Sanjeev, can you tell u…

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SPOTLIGHT on Abhijit Bansod and cultural design 36:10

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Summary In this SPOTLIGHT episode, Abhay shares a conversation with Abhijit Bansod, an award-winning designer, discusses his journey as a cultural designer, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, the influence of Indian culture on design, and the continuous evolution of a designer's mindset. He explores the complexities of defining Indian desi…

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Shefali Razdan Duggal ... on serving as US Ambassador to the Netherlands 55:25

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Abhay is joined by Shefali Razdan Duggal, the recently retired United States Ambassador to the Netherlands. They explore Shefali's journey as a diplomat, her experiences from Ohio to serving on political campaigns, and her unwavering commitment to authenticity and kindness. Shefali shares insights on breaking cultural norms, the importance of stayi…

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Kunzang Choden on Bhutan beyond the tourist trail 54:41

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Many of us grew up with only a patchy knowledge of Bhutan. And these days, most stories about the country in India tend to focus on tourism. But what was it like to grow up in Bhutan in the 1950s and 60s? Kunzang Choden, who grew up in a landed household, explores this in her memoir, Telling Me My Stories, which paints a complex portrait of a count…

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Ojas Adhiya ... on playing tabla and being in the moment 51:36

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Abhay shares a conversation with virtuoso tabla artist Ojas Adhiya, who shares insights into his life as a musician, discussing the importance of routine, the balance between music and life, and the connection he feels during performances. He reflects on the evolution of his listening skills, the impact of AI on music, and the delicate balance betw…

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Healio’s 2025 Disruptive Innovators Awards Reception, Presented at ASCO 36:29

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In this special edition episode, recorded live at the ASCO Annual Meeting, hosts Shikha Jain, MD, and Edward Kim, MD, honor Healio’s 2025 Disruptive Innovators for their positive disruption in the field of hematology/oncology, and for pushing the status quo to improve clinical practice. • Welcome to the fourth annual Healio Disruptive Innovator Awa…

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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 discusses 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 widesprea…

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Patient Advocacy Through Journalism with Mika Stambaugh 39:35

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Mika Stambaugh about bridging the patient and doctor information gap, her personal journey with patient advocacy and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Stambaugh 1:43 • The interview 4:00 • How did you get into media and PR? […] What Was your journey to g…

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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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Understanding the Physician's Value with Elisabeth Potter, MD 41:56

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Elisabeth Potter, MD, about physicians pushing back against insurance companies, bringing physicians back into positions of autonomy and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Potter 1:41 • The interview 2:04 • How did you decide to become a plastic surgeon? …

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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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Openness to Innovation with Don Dizon, MD 46:11

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Don Dizon, MD, about innovation throughout times of uncertainty in medicine, challenges currently facing physicians and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Dizon 1:44 • The interview 2:27 • How did you decide to become an oncologist and navigate a traditio…

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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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Preserving the Academic Mission with Sonali Smith, MD (Recorded LIVE at ASCO 2025) 41:22

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In this episode, recorded live at the 2025 ASCO annual meeting, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Sonali Smith, MD, about the power of mentorship and advocacy, preserving the academic mission of research within health care systems and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Smith 1:56 • The interview 3:14 • Wh…

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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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Scientific Investment in Precision Oncology with Sadie Dobrozsi, MD 35:59

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Sadie Dobrozsi, MD, about the power of information in personalized oncology care, understanding the impacts of genetic testing and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Dobrozsi 1:39 • The interview 2:03 • What was your path to this field of pediatric oncolo…

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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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Cultural Adaptability in Global Oncology with Abiola Ibraheem, MD 29:23

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In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Abiola Ibraheem, MD, about the role culture plays in improving global oncology, launching the Best of ASCO in Africa and more. • Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 • About Ibraheem 1:42 • The interview 3:02 • How did you get where you are today? 3:28 • Can you tell me mo…

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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

5M ago54:37

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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…