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S3E124: From Writing at 11 to Leading Gen Z Voices: Risha Chaurasia on Storytelling, Finance & Youth Impact
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In this episode of The AboutHer Show, I speak with Risha Chaurasia — a Gen Z powerhouse who published her first novel at just 11 and hasn’t looked back since. Now 18, Risha is also the founder of The Youth Story, a platform that highlights young changemakers and their stories. We dive into her journey as a writer, her passion for impact, how she balances creativity with her pursuit of a finance career, and what it’s like being a young woman navigating both ambition and identity. And yes — the rapid fire round is a vibe.
Chapters
(0:00) - Setting the Stage
Introduction to the episode and my guest, teen author, changemaker, and finance enthusiast, Risha Chaurasia.
(3:49) - Published at 11
Risha shares how she got her first novel, Tales of Twinkling Tweens, published at just 11.
(5:42) - The Journey to TRUCE
How her second book built on her growth as a storyteller and individual.
(7:37) - A Moment of Realisation
That one defining moment when Risha knew her writing had the power to spark change.
(9:09) - The Birth of The Youth Story
What inspired her to create a platform for amplifying the voices of Gen Z changemakers?
(11:37) - What Holds Youth Back
Risha’s thoughts on the biggest barriers young leaders and doers face today.
(13:55) - Spotlighting Youth Impact
How she curates voices for her platform — and what makes a story worth sharing.
(15:50) - Numbers & Narratives
Coming from a finance-driven family, Risha reflects on balancing creative passion with her love for numbers.
(17:44) - Gen Z & Identity
What it really means to be part of Gen Z — contradictions, clarity, and carving your own lane.
(20:13) - Being a Young Woman in the Arena
The additional hurdles girls and young women face, and how Risha handles them.
(23:43) - Flipping the Script
A particular moment where she turned doubt or judgment into growth.
(25:50) - Women Who Inspire Her
The women — famous and personal — who have shaped her path.
(28:29) - Letter to Her Future Self
If 25-year-old Risha is listening, here’s what 18-year-old Risha wants her to remember.
(30:14) - Rapid Fire Round!
Dream swaps, power quotes, Gen Z myths — fast-paced questions with honest answers.
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