Best Akshaya Shankar Podcasts (2025)

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The New Pulse of B2B Trade Credit: Platforms, Players and Paradigms 36:40

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This episode offers a window into the future of supply chain finance, where innovation strengthens—not disrupts—the fabric of trust across global commerce. Credit is no longer just a post-transactional decision rather it is being embedded directly into the trade process. From e-commerce and cargo-tech platforms integrating lending solutions, to gro…

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Beyond Risk : Leadership, FinTech, Sports, and More with Parthasarathi Patnaik. 23:57

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Tune in to our latest episode with Parthasarathi Patnaik, the Chief Risk Officer at Vayana and a seasoned banking veteran with over 30 years of experience. From his early days at Tata Steel to leading risk management at global banks and venturing into fintech, Partha shares his unique journey, insights on balancing risk and innovation, and how fint…

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Uncovering the Tech in FinTech with Naresh Khalasi 20:45

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How does one build and scale a robust FinTech platform? In this episode, Naresh Khalasi dives deep into the behind-the-scenes of building scalable solutions at Vayana. We discuss everything from the fundamentals of designing resilient, high-performance infrastructure to tackling security challenges and streamlining DevOps in FinTech. Naresh shares …

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An up close interview with John Sculley - his experience at Pepsico, Apple and more and his viewpoints on marketing, working and life. 39:12

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An In-Depth Interview with John Sculley on his insights from Pepsico and Apple. In this engaging interview, John Sculley shares his experiences at Pepsico and Apple, along with his perspectives on marketing, work, and life. He reflects on his early career, his relationship with Steve Jobs, his passion for work, valuable advice for others, the mista…

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Ranveer Brar's Journey: MasterChef, TV Star & Acting in the movie Buckingham Murders with Kareena Kapoor 18:12

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Manju is back in 2024! Manju talks with Ranveer Brar about his journey as Master Chef, TV Star, and Acting in the movie Buckingham Murders with Kareena Kapoor. Brar has early ties to Boston and tells us the lessons he has learned from his experience in Boston and other life lessons. This interview contains mixed English and Hindi conversation. Visi…

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Riding The API Trail: Insights With Amit Parmar 15:08

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In the past decade, the need for third-party technologies to enable automation in native software applications has significantly increased. How does an API marketplace fit into this context? What critical challenges does it solve for enterprises? Moreover, what role do API marketplaces play in the larger digital transformation? Listen to Amit Parma…

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Banking Diaries: Ambika Ravi's Journey across Banks, Clients, and Risk Territories 15:39

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Customer centricity is often compared to diagnosing a patient's ailment and providing the solution like in healthcare. It is critical to have total knowledge of the customer with respect to the industry, the demand and supply of the product or services that the organization is engaged in, entry barriers, and competition. A thorough understanding of…

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Leveraging Data for Strategy and Growth with Ruchi Kapoor 17:50

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In the vast world of online food orders, your choices are determined by the data provided by other customers on a certain app. The more restaurants reviewed, and the more reviews each restaurant has, the greater the value of the app. Here, data becomes core to the product’s value and builds defensibility against competitor apps. However, does more …

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Demystifying B2B Marketing with Prakash Dharmarajan 29:35

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Effective marketing is indispensable, yet, in the realm of B2B, it's not uncommon to witness the deprioritization of marketing or a struggle to identify the ideal marketing strategy for a business. Enter Prakash Dharmarajan, a seasoned marketing advisor at Vayana, with a track record spanning over two decades in the advertising and marketing indust…

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Harvard Business School Dean Srikant Datar Discusses Gratitude, Success & Life at HBS 39:42

2y ago39:42

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Dr. Manju Sheth has a great interview with the Dean of Harvard Business School. He shares his views on life, his upbringing, his family, his mentors, what he looks for in HBS applicants, what he expects from HBS graduates and so much more. Don't miss this engaging interview! It will make you want to go to Harvard Business School no matter what age …

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(De)Risk it with Kaushal Sampat 20:53

2y ago20:53

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In a world where there is data overload, how do you make informed B2B credit, supplier and compliance risk decisions about your counterparties? Rubix Data Sciences, founded by Kaushal Sampat, helps you assess and monitor B2B risk by leveraging data, analytics and technology. In this new season of Voices of Vayana, Kaushal speaks about the need for …

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Ustad Zakir Hussain shares Landmark Moment of his life & Best Shakti Tour Memories: Chai with Manju 26:51

2y ago26:51

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Dr. Manju Sheth interviews renowned Tabla musician Ustad Zakir Hussain for the second time! This time before the 50th Anniversary Shakti Tour in Boston's Wang Center on August 17th.By Manju Sheth

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Physician Dr. Nahid Bhadelia on her work with Ebola and her life 12:44

2y ago12:44

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By Manju Sheth / Nahid Bhadelia

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PPP Small Business Loan Forgiveness & Money Saving Tips with LeaderBank CEO Sushil Tuli 9:31

2y ago9:31

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By Manju Sheth

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Raj and Nalini Sharma on their life journey 34:16

2y ago34:16

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By Manju Sheth / Raj and Nalini Sharma

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Matriculation to Harvard speaker: Film producer Jayantilal Gada 11:07

2y ago11:07

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By Manju Sheth / Jayantilal Gada

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Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni on her new book 'Independence', Bengal, and Akshaya Patra 23:51

2y ago23:51

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By Manju Sheth

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Leading Emerging Tech At Vayana: Manish Gadia 26:19

2y ago26:19

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Episode 3 of Voices of Vayana is here! Hosts Akshaya and Rashmie speak to Manish Gadia, the Global Head of the Emerging Technology Platforms Division at Vayana. With nearly two decades of experience as an MNC banker, Manish recognized early on that every company would eventually need to embrace technology. He shifted his focus to stay ahead of the …

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From Idea to Enterprise: Ramaswamy Iyer's Journey 20:06

2y ago20:06

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What was the motivation behind Vayana? How did it all begin? Come discover in this next episode of the podcast with Ramaswamy Iyer, a true visionary and the co-founder of Vayana. Ramaswamy’s foray into the start-up space began back in 1994, culminating in the founding of Vayana. Hosts Akshaya and Rashmie unpack this inspiring journey and so much mo…

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Pandit Nayan Ghosh and Ishaan Ghosh talk about their legacy in Indian music 34:07

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By Manju Sheth / Nayan Ghosh, Ishaan Ghosh

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Discover Padmabhushan Sudha Raghunathan's Carnatic Music Journey 22:31

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By Manju Sheth / Padmabhushan Sudha Raghunathan

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Chitresh Das on his dance philosophies and experience 21:49

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By Manju Sheth / Chitresh Das

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President Roger Brown of Berklee College of Music shares his Inspiring Journey 17:52

2+ y ago17:52

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By Manju Sheth / Roger Brown

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Radhe Jaggi talks about her father Sadhguru, Cauvery Calling, & Bharatanatyam 17:43

2+ y ago17:43

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By Manju Sheth / Podcast Production: Lucy Karis

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Backstage with CK Venkatesh, Business Unit Head at Vayana 17:01

2+ y ago17:01

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CK Venkatesh took a leap of faith when he left his stable job at a renowned bank to join the start-up space with Vayana. Over the years, he has been at the forefront of Vayana’s growth story and has navigated a myriad of obstacles that have come his way. In this episode, hosts Akshaya and Rashmie uncover CK Venkatesh’s journey through his years at …

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What’s next for Masaba 2021 Fashion Trends to Know, Season 2 of Masaba Masaba 20:20

2+ y ago20:20

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Listen as famed Indian designer and Netflix star Masaba tells Manju who her favorite designers are, her fashion influencers, and who she'd love to design for...Madonna, are you listening?! She talks about the future of shopping that will be based on the experience and be inclusive of people of all sizes, ages, and colors. Masaba other love is actin…

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Manju interviews the Doorbeen boys - the guys behind the Lamberghini Song 17:24

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This interview is primarily in Hindi.By Manju Sheth / Onkar Singh, Gautam Sharma

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Ustad Zakir Hussain on Tabla, his inspiration, and the heart of his music 12:21

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By Manju Chai / Ustad Zakir Hussain

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Superstar Sonu Nigam talks about his music and how he prepares for his show 5:34

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This episode is approximately 50% in Hindi. Sonu Nigam has been performing since he was 4 years old. While in Boston for a show at Harvard, Manju and Sonu talk about how he prepares for his daily habits and how he prepares for shows.By Manju Sheth / Sonu Nigam

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Shankar Mahadevan shares his musical journey and gives advice to young musicians 17:51

2+ y ago17:51

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By Manju Sheth / Shankar Mahadevan

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Rep. Ro Khanna in a relaxed chat on courting his wife, his values and his heritage 5:23

2+ y ago5:23

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By Manju Sheth / Rep. Ro Khanna

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Panera CEO Niren Chaudhary on the Food Industry Trends & His Life Story in “Sky is Pink” 25:38

2+ y ago25:38

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By Manju Sheth / Niren Chaudhary

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Kashmir Files in Boston A Candid Interview With Vivek Agnihotri & Pallavi Joshi 20:11

2+ y ago20:11

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By Manju Sheth / Vivek Agnihotri, Pallavi Joshi

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MIT Professor S.P. Kothari Talks About World Hindu Congress 2018 18:24

2+ y ago18:24

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By Manju Sheth / Professor S.P. Kothari

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Grammy Winner Tabla Maestro Sandeep Das From Boston Talks About His Music 29:35

2+ y ago29:35

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By Manju Sheth / Sandeep Das

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Founder & Director, Berklee College of Music India Ensemble Annette Philip 18:13

2+ y ago18:13

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Listen to interwoven performances of the Berklee College of Music's India Ensemble while Manju interviews the founder of the ensemble, Annette Phillip.By Manju Sheth / Annette Philip

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Exclusive Interview with the Board of Akshaya Patra USA, Philanthropy, Innovation & more 57:08

2+ y ago57:08

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Manju interviews the founder and board of directors of Akshaya Patra USA. They discuss the organization and how it has impacted their lives and the lives of others.By Manju Sheth / Desh Deshpande