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"The Varun Duggi show" is focused on Work, life and everything in between. It's basically a deep dive into Varun's obsession with being a lifelong learner for all of you to listen to. Monday’s will be about insights for work, Friday’s are all about Life (and there is stuff coming soon on Wednesday’s as well for the things in between) Sometimes Varun also speaks to some truly interesting people about what motivates and inspires them. Yeah, this show is many things.. but it's also a great spot to learn from.

Varun Duggirala


    • Jan 11, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 261 EPISODES


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    Dr. Meghana Dikshit's Truths on Pain, Clarity, and Manifestation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 77:51


    Join Varun Duggirala in this week's episode of Take aPause as we unravel the fascinating science behind trauma and pain, exploring it's profound connection to our body with Dr. Meghana Dikshit. She shared how she entered  the world of Ayurveda, shedding light on the ancient wisdom that has transformed her life and countless others. Discover the power of holistic well-being and the incredible impact it can have on your overall health, the truth about manifestation, how clarity and intention can be the catalysts for transforming your life in ways you never thought possible and more!  Dr. Meghana Dikshit is a world-renowned Therapist, Speaker, and Success Coach. She has won multiple awards and recognition across the country. Dr. Meghana Dikshit is now sharing over two decades of her experience in treating clients, including CEOs, Bollywood stars and athletes, to empower others to achieve the same fast effective results through her Ultimate Success Programs. Dr.Meghana specialises in clearing the Success blocks with her specialised modules. She has trained over 50000 people in the last 23 years of her career.   You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.

    AMA with Varun Duggirala: Wealth Building, Entrepreneurship Tips, and Life Advice For Young Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 21:15


    Starting off the new season with an interesting AMA with Varun Duggirala, where he spills the beans on building wealth in the world of media, shares invaluable advice for 20-year-olds, and lets us in on the secrets to a well-rounded life as a serial successful entrepreneur and content creator and so much more! Whether you're an entrepreneur in the making, or simply seeking wisdom for a fulfilling life, this AMA is a goldmine of insights on entrepreneurship, wealth-building, and personal growth.  Varun delves into his journey, daily habits, and the skills that have catapulted him to success in both the business and content creation spheres and also gives a sneak peek into how and why he is building his second business, EMoMee! You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.

    Ankur Warikoo, Anuv Jain, Kubbra Sait Reveal Their Guide to Powerful Rest

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 23:10


    Join us in this year's finale compilation video where some of the biggest Indian celeb's and content creators open up about the impactful ways they hit the pause button to recharge! Join us as Raj Shamani, Ankur Warikoo, Karishma Mehta, Saransh Goila, Kubbra Sait, Abish Mathew, Anuv Jain, and Dhruv Sehgal share their powerful habits for rejuvenation in the latest episode of Take aPause! Discover the unique approaches they take to unwind and revitalize. From meditation to favourite songs, and from disconnecting to embracing hobbies, learn how these icons prioritize self-care to stay at the top of their game. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.

    Vir Das, Varun Sharma, Sharib Hashmi and Mithila Palkar on They Got Their First Big Breaks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 24:59


    Ever wondered how your favourite Bollywood stars got their first big break? Dive into the inspiring journeys of Vir Das, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Sahiba Bali, Mithila Palkar, Viraj Ghelani, Varun Sharma, and Sharib Hashmi in this latest episode of Take aPAuse as they share with Varun Duggirala the untold stories of their breakthrough moments that skyrocketed their journey to success. Witness the actors' candid revelations about the challenges they faced, the auditions that changed their lives, and the invaluable lessons they learned along the way. From auditions to rejections, each story is a learning treasure!   You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.

    Best Life Advice On Work, Life & Relationships Ft. Gajaraj Rao, Varun Sharma,Yahya Bootwala, Suhanani Shah, Sharib Hashmi and Hussain Dalal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 14:22


    Dive into a special Hindi episode featuring Gajaraj Rao, Varun Sharma, Sharib Hashmi, Suhanni Shah, Hussain Dalal, and Yahya Bootwala as they share the most impactful life advice they have ever gotten.  Gain insights, motivation, and anecdotes as lessons from their unique perspectives and experiences. Whether it's navigating the ups and downs of life, making the best out of missed opportunities, the key to long term relationships or finding success after facing rejection, this compilation is a MUST watch for everyone looking for that right motivation to guide them on their journey! Join us on this latest episode of Take aPause filled with anecdotes, golden words of wisdom, and invaluable life lessons you don't want to miss out on. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.

    Guneet Monga On Oscar Win, Creating Legacy Films & Behind The Scene Insights On Being A Producer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 65:51


    In this insightful episode, join Varun Duggirala as he dives deep into the journey and mind of history creating Indian producer Guneet Monga!  From her groundbreaking win to her journey into the heart of mainstream distribution, Guneet shares the ins and outs of her role as a producer and the secret behind making impactful films. Find out the driving force that led Guneet to become a producer and the challenges she faced along the way. Gain insights into the world of film production as she unravels the intricacies of her job – from ideation to execution, imparts invaluable advice for those looking to follow in her footsteps, and explore the fascinating world of film production - all in this latest episode of Take aPause. Guneet is an Indian film producer, a BAFTA nominee and amongst the first producers from India to be inducted in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. She is the founder of Sikhya Entertainment that has been at the helm of pushing content-driven cinema with films like The Lunchbox, Masaan, Gangs of Wasseypur, Pagglait, and Oscar Winning Short Documentary - Period. End Of Sentence to name a few.  She is the producer of the 2023 Academy Award-winning documentary short film The Elephant Whisperers. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Founder mindset , Profitability & fund raising with Rajesh Jain ( Founder of Netcore )

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 61:49


    In this week's episode of Take aPause, we're sitting down with Rajesh Jain, founder of IndiaWorld Communications and Netcore Cloud on his journey from bootstrapping his startup to a $ 115 million dollar acquisition. This episode is packed with insights and learnings for entrepreneurs and founders who want to bootstrap their startup, learn about scaling a company & what most founders get wrong about it, why exits should never be the end goal, finding the perfect product-market fit, how to purposefully use capital and much more! Rajesh Jain is a technology entrepreneur based in Mumbai, India.  One of Rajesh's early ventures, IndiaWorld Communications, launched in 1995 was acquired by Satyam Infoway in November 1999 for US$ 115 million in one of Asia's largest Internet deals. He then started what is today India's largest marketing technology company - Netcore Cloud, a bootstrapped SaaS company that helps B2C brands and marketers create AI-powered new-age customer experiences at every touchpoint of a customer's journey. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Megha Gupta On Her Carnivore Diet, Managing Type 1 Diabetes & Ditching Diet Trends

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 55:01


    In this week's episode of Take aPause, join Varun Duggirala as we delve deep into  actor and model Megha Gupta's fascinating nutrition journey and how biohacking and her unusual carnivore diet  helped to heal her autoimmune disease, why she doesn't follow diet trends, the importance of gut health and how habit stacking has changed her life and more! Megha Gupta is an actor and model who is known for her work in serials like KumKum and CID and movies like Fan. She is also a lifelong biohacker because she believes profound love, magic, and healing powers are all within us; and we can access it anytime. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that willhelp them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. DISLCAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Career Masterclass | Best Work Advice From Top Media Personalities Ft. Sahiba Bali, Ankur Warikoo, Anuv Jain, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Raj Shamani, Viraj Ghelani and Mithila Palkar

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 19:26


    Ever wondered what is the best work advice some of the most successful media personalities in India have gotten and how they have used that advice to set their goals and achieve them too? We've got you covered! Join this week's episode of Take aPause where we've curated the BEST work advice that our guests Sahiba Bali, Anuv Jain, Raj Shamani, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Ankur Warikoo, Viraj Ghelani and Mithila Palkar shared with Varun Duggirala and find the guidance, insights and motivation to guide you to your dreams! From how Viraj made his biggest weakness his strength to Anuv Jain's moment of clarity to the eye opening thing Sahiba Bali's father said to her during the peak of her corporate career - catch all this and more in this latest episode of Take aPause. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Celebrity Stylist Tanya Ghavri On Fashion, Styling for Bollywood,Staying Curious & Unlearning

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 51:34


    In this episode of Take aPause, join Varun Duggirala as he sits down with Tanya Ghavri, the creative genius behind some of Bollywood's most iconic looks. Tanya takes us on a journey through her career as a celebrity stylist, sharing insights on how travels fuel her creativity, her days of immense hustle during her early days in the fashion industry, the secrets behind building trust with high-profile clients and maintaining loyalty in a fiercely competitive field and so much more! With an Instagram following of over 750,000, Tanya is amongst the most influential fashion forecasters in India, and has been labelled as one of the most powerful personal stylists in Bollywood by Elle India. She works extensively with India's biggest celebrities such as Katrina Kaif, Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sara Ali Khan and more. In 2015, Tanya co-founded  “The Dhoom Dhaam Company” curating  the best designers in the country for trunk shows, styling campaigns and much more. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Revant Himatsingka On Food Label Lies, Reading Ingredient Lists Correctly & Mindful Eating

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 47:15


    In this week's latest episode of Take aPause we're busting nutrition myths, uncovering food truths and the reality of “healthy foods” with author and content creator Revant Himatsingka and Varun Duggirala.  Tune in to this episode to discover: -The secrets behind the processing of common foods. -How marketing can influence our perception of "healthy" foods. -Tips for deciphering food labels and understanding ingredient lists. -Practical advice for making better food choices in your everyday life. Revant Himatsingka is a graduate of NYU Stern School of Business. He was initially headed for a career in Finance. Soon after, he left his Wall Street job and also turned down an MBA offer from IIM Bangalore in order to pursue his passion for improving the thought process of India's youth. He launched his first book, Selfienomics, a self-help comedy book published by Bloomsbury. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. The views, information or opinions expressed in this YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals/guests involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the guests can change at any time and the Company does not accept legal responsibility for them. Such views are the views of guests, and not the Company/ channel/podcast. The Company and The Director do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the YouTube Channel and Podcast, and the Company is not responsible for this information. The Company and The Director assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of the YouTube Channel and Podcast. The information contained on the YouTube Channel and Podcast is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Psychologist Ekta Dixit's Guide To Understanding Modern Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 62:14


    In this week's knowledge packed chat with Varun Duggirala and relationship coach Ekta Dixit, we delve into the world of modern relationships and dating. Join us as they discuss why divorces are becoming common these days,  nuances of modern relationships, catfishing in the digital age of dating, healthy conflict in relationships and how to effectively communicate with your partner and more! You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Ali Fazal Reveals His Secrets To Effortless Acting, Key To Relationships & Finding Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 51:42


    In this week's conversation, Varun Duggirala and Ali Fazal take us on a journey through Ali's memories of childhood to his incredible journey as an actor. He gets candid about how he still feels like a kid in front of the camera, his unique perspective on life's 4 beat rhythm opens up about his mental health and his take on how social media is gradually turning us into slaves of technology and more! Ali Fazal is an actor, producer and model  known for his versatile performances in both Bollywood and international projects. Fazal made his acting debut in 2008 with a small role in the film "3 Idiots," but his breakthrough came with the film "Fukrey" (2013). His international recognition grew with his portrayal of Abdul Karim in "Victoria & Abdul" (2017).  He has also appeared in multiple hit web series like the Amazon Prime Video series "Mirzapur" (2018) which gained him immense popularity. In 2021, he  started his own film production company named ‘Pushing Buttons Studios' with his wife and actor, Richa Chadha.  You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Santanu Hazarika On How Angst Inspires His Art, Love For Music & Anime

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 57:57


    Tune into this week's episode of Take aPause with Santanu Hazarika and Varun Duggirala as Santanu lets us in on his artist journey and how he paved his way from engineering college to being RedBull's World Doodle Champion! From his childhood in Guwahati to how the political climate influenced his style of art to the impact of Anime and music in his art creation process and tips for beginners who want to make a living out of their art - Santanu reveals all of it and more. An engineering dropout, Santanu Hazarika is a doodle artist and an illustrator based in Delhi. Crowned the Best Doodle Artist in the 2014 Red Bull Doodle Art Competition, Hazarika has since then done independent projects for Harper's, hip-hop artists - Raftaar and Divine, Metropolis Asia amongst others. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Mithila Palkar On Acting, Being An Adventurous Child & Her Love For Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 52:59


    Mithila Palkar and Varun Duggirala sit down for an insightful chat about Mithila and her one of a kind journey so far. From being an adventurous child to her love for the stage to how all of her biggest opportunities circle all the way back to Thespo and her experience of working with Irrfan Khan, Dulquer Salman and Dhruv Sehgal - we dive deep into all of this and more in this latest episode of Take aPause Mithila Palkar is an Indian actress known for her characters in the TV series Girl in the City and Netflix's Little Things. She rose to prominence in March 2016 with her Marathi version of the "cup song". Her other works include films like ‘Karwaan', ‘Ori Devuda' and ‘Tribhanga' and more. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Tahir Raj Bhasin's Bollywood Journey, Childhood Stories & Being An Ambivert

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 58:31


    In this week's episode of Take aPause, we sit down with Varun Duggirala and Tahir Raj Bhasin and learn more about Tahir and his journey to success. Tahir shares his childhood experiences of being a defence kid, growing up as an ambivert, thriving whenever he finds himself in the spotlight and moving to Mumbai without a Plan B! We also delve into his love for solo travelling, coffee, and cinema- catch all of this and more in this latest episode. Tahir Raj Bhasin was inducted into the YRF talent arsenal after his amazingly powerful lead debut in ‘Mardaani'. A self-professed adventure junkie, Tahir compliments his passion for acting with an interest in bizarre wit & exploratory travel. Tahir debuted with a negative character and has showcased his versatility over the years, most recently with his intense romantic act in ‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein' and ‘Looop Lapeta'. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Viraj Ghelani's Secrets To Success, Relatability and Finding His Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 62:34


    In this candid chat with Varun Duggirala, Viraj Ghelani reveals his journey from hosting sangeet functions to creating viral content with FilterCopy to starring in a bollywood movie! From how he got his Nani to make reels with him to his biggest learnings about the industry and how he is determined to make South Borivali the new South Bombay - we cover it all and more in this latest episode of Take aPause. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Varun Sharma On The Importance Of Consistency, Never Giving Up & Always Taking The Chance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 53:15


    In this episode, Varun Duggirala sits down with Actor Varun Sharma and takes us on a ride through his life, sharing his fascinating journey from a small-town dreamer to a Bollywood sensation. Varun Sharma opens up about his childhood, reminiscing about the days when he first fell in love with acting, the invaluable life lessons he gained during his initial struggles, the incredible role his friends played in supporting him throughout his journey, how he landed his breakthrough role in Fukrey and more! Varun Sharma is a versatile India actor. Known for his comedic roles ranging from Choocha in "Fukrey" to his hilarious performance in "Chhichhore".  You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Sahiba Bali On Balancing Marketing, Acting & Personal Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 49:43


    Join Varun Duggirala as he takes us into the life and experiences of Sahiba Bali, who has successfully balanced a thriving marketing career with her undeniable passion for acting. We dive deep into Sahiba's transition from becoming the host of her own Zomato show to her unique Bollywood roles and becoming a creator. From the best advice her father has given her to her biggest learning about the corporate world and tips on how to juggle between your head and heart - we uncover it all in this latest episode of Take aPause! Sahiba wears many hats- she is not only an actor having worked with Imtiaz Ali in movies or with shows on Netflix and Sony Liv but also a marketeer having led marketing projects at Zomato for 4 years and then as Associate Director at an ed-tech firm. Moreover, she is a content creator who loves travelling, food and wellness. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Gaurav Kapur's Stories From Breakfast With Champions, Childhood & Love For Cricket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 64:58


    Join Gaurav Kapur and Varun Duggirala as they take us through Gaurav's extraordinary journey in the world of cricket, entertainment, and storytelling. Gaurav reveals the story behind the inception of his wildly popular show, Breakfast With Champions, his undying love for cricket and the microphone. From being fascinated by all things weird to his entrepreneurial journey to his biggest learning about life, work and the industry - we uncover it all in this latest episode of Take aPause! Gaurav Kapur is an Indian actor, television and cricket presenter known for being the host of the pre-match Indian Premier League show, Extraaa Innings T20, Cricbuzz Live and his youtube show Breakfast with Champions. He also co-founded Kommune Arts Private Limited, a performance arts collective and has acted in numerous films like ‘Darna Mana Hai', ‘Kai Po Che', ‘A Wednesday!' and more. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Gajraj Rao On How Your Insecurities Can Become Your Strength

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 56:02


    Join Gajraj Rao and Varun Duggirala as they reflect on his his impeccable performances and versatile role, his love for languages, how his 11th grade sociology teacher changed his life forever and why he no longer feels guilty about the finer things in life - all in this latest episode of Take aPause! An Indian actor and Ad filmmaker Gajraj Rao, started his acting career in the early 90s with the biographical crime drama Bandit Queen in 1994. However, it was his portrayal of Inspector Dhaniram in the murder mystery Talvar that won him widespread recognition.The actor is also a part of the ad filmmaking firm called Code Red Films, which he is associated with as a director and writer. His other releases include Blackmail, Badhaai Ho, Lootcase, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan and the most recent release, Satyaprem Ki Katha. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    M.A.D Stuff With Rob On Childhood, Creativity & Always Creating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 54:13


    Varun Duggirala sit down with Rob, from M.A.D Stuff with Rob, who was one of the best parts of so many people's childhoods. Join them as they delve into his fascinating journey, from getting discovered by POGO by chance  to his art of making kids fall in love with art itself. We explore why he left Mumbai, the secrets behind his success, how he found his way to art and a whole lot more- all in the latest episode of Take aPause! Harun Robert, known professionally as Rob, is an NID graduate, YouTube and TV personality. He was the host and creative director of popular  TV show M.A.D. , which aired on Pogo. He is currently on YouTube and Instagram with his channel Mad Stuff With Rob and "artguyrob" respectively and also on Disney India's new show Imagine That. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Anshuka Parwani On Finding Strength & Success Through Yoga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 55:03


    In honour of World Yoga Day, watch Anshuka Parwani and Varun Duggirala  share their personal experiences and insights  on the profound impact of yoga beyond just physical movement. Anshuka reveals how yoga has the power to nourish the mind, body, and soul, and how it played a crucial role in her own journey to healing and self-discovery. From becoming the go-to guru for A-list celebrities like Kareena Kapoor to overcoming a life-threatening motorbike accident and the transformative power of something as simple as breathing correctly - we uncover all of this and more!  Anshuka is one of the leading celebrity yoga and holistic wellness experts in India, training some of the biggest celebrities in the country like Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor. After a life altering accident, Anshuka found strength in Yoga and went from being a national level swimmer to a commercial pilot and ultimately a yoga teacher. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Rajeev Masand Reveals The Truth About Film Reviews, Managing Actors & Love For Films

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 73:11


    Join Rajeev Masand, film critic & now COO at Dharma Cornerstone, and Varun Duggirala as Rajeev shares  his insightful journey of witnessing the changing landscape of movies and the evolving experience of film watching over the past 25 years. From his iconic roundtable conversations with Bollywood's biggest stars to his surprising career shift to artist management at the age of 44, Rajeev takes us through the highs and lows of his remarkable career. Rajeev Masand is the renowned Indian film critic, journalist, and television personality. Masand started his career as a journalist, and over the course of 25 years, has witnessed and chronicled the evolution of Indian cinema in his film reviews and interviews. One of the highlights of Masand's career has been his iconic roundtable conversations. He is now the COO at Dharma Cornerstone after retiring from being a film critic. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Krish Ashok (Masala Lab) on The Myths, Science & History Of Indian Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 74:38


    Join Varun Duggirala and Krish Ashok, author of ‘Masala Lab' and TCS Global Head, as they explore the origins of Indian cuisine and the cultural influences that have shaped it over centuries. Krish sheds light on the fascinating history and science of flavours, spices, and techniques that make Indian food so unique and beloved worldwide. From understanding why no dal ever tastes as good as the one your mother makes, to the rich history of Biryani to why jaggery is not really any better than sugar, Krish busts every food myth and explains the truth behind it in this latest episode of Take aPause! Krish Ashok heads the Digital Workplace unit at Tata Consultancy Services where his team helps reimagine the future of work for large enterprise customers. In between MS Teams and Zoom meetings, he also likes cooking, a passion that resulted in a book called  “Masala Lab: The Science of Indian Cooking” published by Penguin Random House in December 2020. Between eating and work, he additionally writes columns on topics at the intersection of technology and culture for a variety of platforms such as LiveMint etc. Follow Krish Ashok to learn all about science, food and more fun stuff! : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/_masalalab Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/user/krishashok Twitter : https://twitter.com/krishashok You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Shreya Dhanwanthary on Rejection, Family Man, & The Magic Of Saying “Yes!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 59:25


    Tune in for an insightful chat between Actor Shreya Dhanwanthary and Varun Duggirala as they trace back to Shreya's childhood as the “weird” kid with weird interests to her modelling days. They also explore how Shreya knew she had found true love when she heard “lights, camera, action!” for the first time, how serendipity led her to her breakthrough role in the show ‘The Family Man', and how coming to Bombay without a plan and just a dream is the best thing that could have happened to her! Shreya Dhanwantary, is an Indian actress with a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from NIT Warangal. Dhanwantary also garnered attention for her role as Zoya in the Amazon Prime web series The Family Man. Her role as journalist Sucheta Dalal in Sony LIV's web series Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story (2020) earned her several nominations and critical acclaim. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Ankur Warikoo on Embracing Change, Parenting, and Post-30's Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 57:21


    In this candid conversation of Take aPause, Ankur Warikoo and Varun Duggirala open up about their childhoods, and why Ankur regrets being too judgemental growing up. We also explore Ankur's leadership philosophy as he shares valuable insights on the importance of processes, collective collaboration and empowering others to succeed. Find out about Ankur's obsession with astronomy, navigating parenthood, micromanaging and how he juggles being an educator, creator and entrepreneur and more - all in the latest episode of Take aPause! Ankur Warikoo is an Internet Entrepreneur and one of India's top content creators. He is also a bestselling author and conducts courses online as an educator. His aim through his content is to make sure all the choices you make in life come from a point of awareness and not ignorance.​ You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Essential Pre meeting rituals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 6:52


    Varun  Duggirala has hosted over 600 episodes across multiple podcasts and he is now ready to take you behind the scenes of his podcasting process! Ever wondered how Varun gets into the right mindset before hitting record or how he drives effortless conversations? Watch on to find all your answers! Find out his process, gain valuable insights into the world of podcasting and the importance of mindset in creating impactful content - all in this latest episode of Take aPause. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Friendships, Adulting, and Everything in Between: Navigating Adult Relationships with Ekta Dixit (Psychologist)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 55:35


    Join this episode of Take aPause with Varun Duggirala featuring relationship coach Ekta Dixit, we explore the nuances of various aspects of modern friendships & relationships. We delve into the world of friendships and discuss the challenges of setting expectations, dealing with one-sided relations and ghosting,  the importance of communication,friendship break-ups, and also explore the age-old question of why people tend to fall in love with their opposite-sex best friend, and more! Keep watching to explore the fascinating world of adult friendships with Ekta Dixit, and discover the tools you need to build stronger, more meaningful connections in your life. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Life Lessons and Learnings: The Best Advice From Our Guests

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 9:02


    Varun Duggirala ends every episode asking the guest the best advice they have ever gotten and that segment has given us some of the most memorable learnings that make us think deeply.  Watch this specially curated compilation of the BEST advice guests Faye D'souza, Dhruv Sehgal, Karishma Mehta, Ashwin Suresh, Marcus Ranney, Kubbra Sait and Priya Malik shared with Varun and find the guidance, reassurance and motivation you've been looking for! From Karishma's biggest learning as an entrepreneur to the words that turned Priya Malik's life around to Dhruv Sehgal's eye opening realisation about growing older - catch all this and more in this latest episode of Take aPause. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Hussain Dalal's Secret To Success : Gratitude & Missed Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 64:23


    In the newest episode of Take aPause, Varun Duggirala sits down with the actor, writer, and director Hussain Dalal to chat about his life, career, and the learnings he has had along the way. From discussing the truth about privilege to the good part about missing out on opportunities, his struggle with ADHD to his love for running, Hussain shares his journey of pursuing his passion for writing and always practising gratitude. Join them as they delve into the life, experiences and more of one of India's most talented and resilient artists. Hussain Dalal is a multi-talented Indian actor, writer, and director. He started his career in the entertainment industry as a writer and has written dialogues for several Bollywood films, including "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani," "Brahmastra: Part One," and shows like  "Taaza Khabar." He has also acted in films and several plays. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Faye D'Souza On Being Active Citizens and Post Pandemic Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 69:33


    Faye D'Souza, like most of us, came out to the other side of the post pandemic world with a whole new life - she was now an independent journalist, a new mother and had a completely new understanding about relationships, work and the state of journalism in India. In the latest episode of Take aPause, Faye D'Souza and Varun Duggirala dissect their changed lives and perspectives post pandemic, Faye's journalism journey, parenthood, the rise of social media and digital visibility, reporting news in today's age and more! Faye D'Souza is an award winning journalist, who has changed the way news is covered on Indian Television by focusing the audience's attention on the issues that matter to the citizens. Her calm, researched style of hosting news shows prioritises information over opinion. She was the youngest woman journalist in India to have led a national news channel as its Executive Editor. Post her exit from television, Faye has begun her entrepreneurial journey and will soon launch her own digital news platform -targeted at the young, urban Indian audience. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being.  It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Saransh Goila On Fighting All Odds For His Passion

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 72:41


    The chef behind the iconic Goila Butter Chicken, Saransh Goila sat down with Varun Duggirala for a chat about the journey of how he found his love for cooking during his earliest tryst with Aloo paranthas in his childhood home, growing up as an introvert, dabbling in acting, his MasterChef Australia journey, how his love for camera and love for cooking found home in his vlogs and more! Saransh Goila is a young and dynamic celebrity chef, author and marathoner who became famous for his version of butter chicken called “Goila Butter Chicken” featured on MasterChef Australia. He was also a judge on the show. Part of Forbes' prestigious Celebrity 100 of 2019, Saransh was recognized as the youngest Celebrity Chef in the list of Top 10 Chefs in India. He is also very active on social media and has a large following with high engagement. His hashtag #Sadakchef popularizes street food of India and is much followed You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take a Pause with Varun Duggirala” is a twice a week podcast to learn, share and unlock insights to survive and thrive in life as an adult, leader, parent and human being. It's built on the belief that… “I know being an adult is a struggle, but we're all on different sides of the same boat, and if we share what we're experiencing and learn from each other, then Adulting can be as nostalgic and fun as childhood often seems”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    How You Can Find Your WHY ? ( As a Professional, Entrepreneur or Creator )

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 11:41


    If you're a creator/ professional or entrepreneur who has been struggling to find your ‘why?', you're not alone. Varun Duggirala was also in this same position once and that's when he created his ‘Foundational Framework' to help him build his ‘why'.  In this episode of Take aPause, Varun Duggirala shares how he overcame questions like ‘ I don't know what I am doing' or ‘ I don't know how to do this' in his journey! Watch the full video to find out everything he learnt in his journey and his key takeaways about finding your purpose as a creator. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Roshan Abbas On Curiosity, Connections And The Creator Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 66:29


    Any conversation with Roshan Abbas comes with a treasure box of learnings and stories that leave you with perspectives that give a new light. Watch this enriching conversation between Roshan Abbas and Varun Duggirala to uncover the key to turning curiosity into a career, how to have valuable communication, building deeper connections, Roshan's BEST techniques for giving feedback and work-life balance and more! One of India's finest orators and storytellers, Roshan Abbas is an actor; TV & radio host; producer; event manager; creative, film & theatre director; lyricist; CEO; angel investor; serial entrepreneur, author; public speaking coach. Roshan continues to inspire  by sharing his life lessons on communication and storytelling with entrepreneurs, corporates, artists, and anyone looking to discover a unique voice! You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Relationship Masterclass ft. Anuv Jain, Nakuul Mehta, Yahya Bootwala & Smiti Srivastava

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 20:16


    Anuv Jain, Smriti Srivastava, Nakuul Mehta & Yahya Bootwala shared with Varun Duggirala some of the most insightful advice & learnings about love and relationships. In this episode of Take aPause, the best of relationship and love learnings have been curated to create the ultimate relationship master class! From how to bring authenticity to relationships, finding love in the most ordinary things, the key to strong relationships, and dating in the modern age - all is covered and more! You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Priya Malik On dealing with Anger, Love and Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 52:28


    Join Priya Malik and Varun Duggirala as they dive deep into Priya's creative process, being a misfit, how her relationship with anger has changed over the years and how she found true friendship within herself. From her vivid childhood memories to how her art empowers her and of course, her love for love - we cover it all in the latest episode of Take aPause! Priya Malik is several things - an actress, a spoken word poet, a storyteller and most importantly, a performer, with her work “Main 2019 main 1999 dhoond rahi hoon” going viral and standing as a testimony of her distinct voice. She's a household name when it comes to the poetry circuit in India. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The      Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant     to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their   daily   lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that   will   help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at    their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of     truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and    use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    5 Principles from Stoicism that Changed My Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 19:11


    If there was a guidebook on how to deal with the unprecedented challenges life throws at you, a lot of this anxiety and pressure we carry inside ourselves everyday would just vanish. When the pandemic struck, Varun Duggirala found himself surrounded by anxiety of losing control and not knowing how to let go of it. That's when he found his way to Stoicism, an age-old Greek philosophy that taught him how to regain his control and deal with whatever the universe throws at you! In this episode of Take aPause, Varun Duggirala shares the 5 core things Stoicism taught him and how you can use these tools to live a calmer life where you get to decide your narrative! Timestamps (00:00 - 04:28) Intro How Varun Found His Way To Stoicism (04:29 - 06:15) Learning 1 "Focus On What Is Under Your Control..." (06:19 - 09:13) Learning 2 Concept Of Amor Fati (09:16 - 13:27) Learning 3 "What Comes In The Way Becomes The Way..." (13:30 - 15:10) Learning 4 "Don't React, Respond..." (15:13 - 19:12) Learning 5 "Moving Forward Vs Moving On" You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Schbang Founder Harshil Karia On Finding His Purpose & Entrepreneurial Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 57:37


    Join Harshil Karia, Founder of India's most impactful digital agencies Schbang and FoxyMoron, and Varun Duggirala chat about finding purpose in entrepreneurship, how Harshil brought Schbang to life, how he creates his “moments of awesomeness”, overcoming patterns that hinder self growth and so much more!  Harshil Karia calls himself a 3 time entrepreneur and rightly so. He is  the Founder of Schbang, co-founder of Level Supermind along with creator & entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia aka Beer Biceps and was also one of the founding members at FoxyMoron.  (00:00 - 02:15) Intro (2:20 - 03:30) Harshil Karia On Wearing Many Hats (03:39 - 05:25) Harshil Karia On Intentionality (05:30 - 12:50) Harshil Karia On His Schbang journey (12:55 - 18:10) Harshil Karia On Dealing With His addiction (18:15 - 20:50) Harshil Karia On His 'Moments Of Awesomeness' (20:56 - 25:10) Harshil Karia & Varun Duggirala Discuss Their Grounding Activities (25:15 - 30:35) Harshil Karia On Meditation (30:40 -35:20) Harshil Karia On Building Level Supermind With Ranveer Allahbadia (35:21 - 38:35) Harshil Karia On Winning Trust Of Your Consumers (38:41 - 41:55) Varun Duggirala On Giving Value With Everything You Create (42:00 -46:45) Harshil & Varun Discuss The Need For Internal Clarity Before Chasing Purpose (46:49 - 49:15) Varun and Harshil Discuss What Drives People (49:20 - 51:10) Varun Duggirala On Internal Chatter Vs True Internal Voice (51:15 - 55:10) Harshil Karia On His Minimalistic Lifestyle (55:15 - 57:38) " The Answer To Any Challenge Is..." You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    How You Can Turn Fear Into Motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 22:46


    Fear is a powerful emotion. We feel things deeply and intensely whenever we are faced with things that scares us. And often, the things we care about the most are the ones that scare us the most. So, you could let fear take your decisions for you or… you could turn it into your biggest motivation! Watch Varun share the 5 ways through which he transformed his relationship with fear and how you can too! Find out how you can have a healthier relationship with fear, actionable tips to practise it and more in the latest episode of Take aPause. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at ⁠https://amzn.to/335QKow  ⁠ Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/varunduggi  ⁠ And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at ⁠https://varunduggi.substack.com⁠ About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The      Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant     to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their   daily   lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that   will   help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at    their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of     truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and    use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Nakuul Mehta Being Vulnerable, Self Doubt and being present as a parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 66:22


    Nakuul Mehta and Varun Duggirala dive deep into fatherhood, being vulnerable as men, feeling like an outsider, chasing purpose and craving validation as an artist and more in this episode of Take aPause. From the importance of being vulnerable in front of our kids to Nakuul facing his biggest failure at 24 to dealing with self doubt - we cover it all! Nakuul Mehta is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi television. He made his acting debut in 2012 with Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara portraying Aditya Kumar. He earned wider recognition with his portrayal of Shivaay Singh Oberoi in Ishqbaaz and Ram Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 2. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow   Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/  https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi   And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The      Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant     to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their   daily   lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that   will   help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform  at    their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of     truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and    use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    The Habit Coach Ashdin Doctor On Habits, Toxic Positivity & Spirituality

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 67:44


    In this week's episode of Take aPause, Ashdin Doctor and Varun Duggirala dive deep into the concept of ‘Habitology', the key to an “awesome life”, spirituality, the importance of failing, how toxic positivity does more harm than good and a lot more. From actionable tips on gamifying your habits to inculcate them better to the story behind his glorious beard, Ashdin Doctor tells us all! Ashdin is a 'habit coach'. He believes that "Awesome lives start with your awesome habits". He is the author of ‘Change Your Habits, Change Your Life' and also a TedX speaker. Timestamps (00:00 - 01:18) Intro (01:20 - 02:40) Ashdin Doctor & Varun Duggirala Discuss The Weirdest Eating Habits (02:43 - 06:20) How Ashdin Got Into Habitology (06:24 - 07:20) The Truth Behind Habits (07:26 - 08:48) Ashdin Reveals How To Identify Thought Based Habits (08:50 - 10:50) Ashdin Explains The Wheel Of Emotions Chart (10:51 - 13:00) What Ashdin Learnt While Teaching Others About Habits (13:05 - 14:57) Ashdin & Varun Discuss Mental Blocks (14:59 - 15:35) Ashdin Explain What Is An Awesome Life (15:37 - 17:50) Ashdin On Enhancing Relationship With Your Mind (17:55 - 19:25) Ashdin & Varun Discuss Spirituality (19:26 - 1955) Ashdin On Being Born Curious (19:56 - 20:27) Ashdin And Varun On Failure (20:30 - 26:00) Ashdin And Varun On relationships & Having An Accountability Partner (26:02 - 27:20) Ashdin On How Nostalgia Affects Habits (27:22 - 29:50) Ashdin Explains The Other Benefits Of Habits (29:54 - 30:45) Ashdin Reveals How You Can Gamify Your Habits (30:50 - 33:10) Habits Vs Challenges (33:12 - 33:10) Ashdin's Biggest Learning About Habits (35:00 - 38:55) Asdhin & Varun On Being Present (38:57 - 43:40) Ashdin On Dealing With FOMO (43:42 - 46:00) How To Take Cold Showers (46:05 - 47:00) Varun And Ashdin On Curiosity (47:06 - 50:10) Ashdin On Toxic Positivity (50:15 - 53:20) The Key To Inculcating Habits (53:23 - 58:25) The 6 Fundamentals To Build The Life You Want (58:26 - 1:04:00) Ashdin Reveals The Reason Behind His Beard (1:04:39 - 1:07:45) A Line That Has Stayed With Ashdin You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Sharib Hashmi Talks About Family Man, Facing Rejections & Taking Risks reminsce

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 47:36


    Varun Duggirala and Sharib Hashmi reminisce on their MTV days and chat about Sharib's inspiring journey to becoming an actor, how he turned rejection into motivation, his undefeatable optimism, how his break in Family Man changed his life and a whole lot more! Sharib Hashmi is an Indian actor, writer, producer and director who works in Hindi cinema. He is best known for portraying J.K. Talpade in the Amazon Prime Video series The Family Man and Sunny in Filmistaan. Timestamps (00:00 - 01:10) Intro (01:13 - 03:00) Sharib Hashmi's Childhood Dream Of Becoming A Hero (03:05 - 03:50) Sharib Hashmi's decision to pursue acting seriously (03:53 - 04:10) Sharib Hashmi On His The Role Of His Wife's Support (04:11 - 05:57) Sharib Hashmi On Facing Rejections - Most Difficult Phase Of His LIfe (06:00 - 07:27) Sharib Hashmi On Optimism & Finding Strength In Difficult Times (07:30 - 08:30) Sharib Hashmi On The Value Of Patience (08:33 - 11:27) Sharib Hashmi's First Break In Jab Tak Hain Jaan (11:29 - 13:15) Sharib Hashmi On Facing Unprecedented Setbacks (13:16 - 16:10) How Sharib Hashmi Became J K Talpade In Family Man (16:13 - 19:40) Sharib Hashmi On His Process (19:41 - 21:40) Sharib Hashmi On Writing (21:42 - 25:45) Sharib Hashmi On How He Landed Vikram Vedha (25:46 - 34:05) Sharib Hashmi On How He Became A Comedy Writer (34:09 - 34:39) Sharib Hashmi On Taking Risks (34:40 - 36:15) Sharib Hashmi On Self Doubt & Overcoming Insecurities (36:18 - 42:05) Sharib Hashmi and VArun Duggirlaa DIscuss OTT Platforms (42:08 - 42:45) How Sharib Hashmi Takes A Pause (42:46 - 45:04) Sharib Hashmi and Varun Duggirala Discuss Loving What You Do You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    AMA: Answering Your Questions about life, relationships & beyond.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 31:26


    Ask Me Anything - but with a twist! Tune in to Varun Duggirala answering questions shared about life, work and relationships but he only has a minute to answer. He discusses everything from dealing with a toxic boss, the power of asking in building strong healthy relationships, the key to staying focused, how to know you've found the one, dealing with failure and so much more! Timestamps (00:00 - 01:04) - Introduction (01:04 - 02:05) - How To Deal With Information Overload? (02:06 - 03:01) - How To Truly Rejuvenate Yourself? (03:02 - 04:17) - How To Deal with Overthinking? (04:18 - 05:20) - How To Stay Focused? (05:21 - 06:47) - How To Overcome Fear Of Judgement? (06:48 - 08.18) - How To Deal With Failure (08:19 - 09:35) - How To Deal With A Toxic Work Environment? (09:36 - 11:21) - How To Build Trust In Relationships? (11:22 - 12:57) - How To Find Yourself Again? (12:58 - 13:56) - What Is Your Favourite Book? (13:57 - 16:01) - How To Deal With Friendship Break-Ups? (16:02 - 17:31) - How To Stop Living Inside Our Heads? (17:32 - 18:52) - Does Manifestation Actually Work? (18:53 - 20:39) - Why Is Being Nice Considered Bad? (20:40 - 21:33) - What Is Plot Device? (21:34 - 23:15) - How To Know You've Found Your Life Partner? (23:16 - 25:02) - What Is the Difference Between Moving Forward & Moving On? (25:03 - 26:42) - Career Or Relationship? (26:43 - 27:50) - How To Deal With Being Taken For Granted? (27:51 - 29:20) - Why Content Creation? (29:21 -31:27) - How To Give Space To Your Partner You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

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    Anuv Jain Reveals The Stories Behind His Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 52:39


    Anuv Jain, the Indian Indie musical genius behind songs like “Baarishein”, “Alag Aasaman” and “Gul”, and Varun Duggirala dove deep into the art of telling stories through his music, importance of discipline as an artist, his songwriting process and his love for anime in this latest episode of Take aPause! Anuv Jain is an independent singer- songwriter from Ludhiana who rose to fame with songs like Baarishein, Gul, Mazaak and more. He has grown rapidly since his breakthrough single in the indie music scene and has emerged as one of the leading voices in Indian music. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    India Film Project Founder Ritam Bhatnagar On Always Staying Curious

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 67:26


    Ritam Bhatnagar, Founder of India Film Project, and I chat about how he founded the IFP, his massive Lego collection and his dream to build a Lego house, finding his purpose on chance and how play is his favourite way of learning! Ritam is founder and festival director of India Film Project - Asia's Largest Content Fest. Featured by Forbes, Ritam has been a TEDx speaker and a guest speaker at various forums about content, events, startup and IPs as well as MBA colleges talking about marketing, films and entrepreneurship. Under Ritam's vision, IFP grew from 600 participants in 2011 and went on to become the world's largest filmmaking challenge with 50,000 participants in 2019 from over 30 countries. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Pocket Aces Co-Founder (Ashwin Suresh) on Taking Risks & Capitalising on Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 66:23


    In this episode of Take aPause, media entrepreneur Ashwin Suresh chats with Varun Duggirala on taking calculated risks and making strategic moves that helped him make big life decisions that changed the trajectory of his personal and professional life. If you've been in a state of analysis paralysis and feel too scared to drift from the safe path, this one's for you! Entrepreneur Ashwin Suresh is the Co-Founder of Pocket Aces, one of India's leading digital entertainment companies and known for its media entities including FilterCopy and Dice Media. He has a BS and MS Electrical Engineering from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and worked in Investment Banking in New York before moving back to India to explore a career in media and entertainment. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow   Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/  https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi   And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The     Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant    to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their  daily   lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that  will   help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at    their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of    truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and   use in their  work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Sahil Bloom on Practising Gratitude to Strengthen Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 54:44


    Valuing and nurturing the relationships that really matter is so important for a fulfilling life. On this episode of Take aPause, Varun Duggirala chats with investor and writer Sahil Bloom on the importance of leaning into gratitude, choosing joy, making the most of our limited time, and appreciating the small things in life. Sahil shares stories of chance encounters that have shaped his life, about his parents, his wife, and even Apple CEO Tim Cook! Sahil Bloom is a writer and investor. Every week, his content reaches over 1 million people around the world. Sahil has nearly 700,000 followers on Twitter (@SahilBloom), 118,000 subscribers to his newsletter (The Curiosity Chronicle), and a podcast (Where It Happens). You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Dr. Marcus Ranney on Why Biohacking Could Be a Gamechanger for Personal Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 64:58


    We live in our bodies but how much do we really understand about how they work? On this episode of Take aPause, Varun chats with physician entrepreneur Dr. Marcus Ranney on the fundamentals each of us should focus on to not just live long lives but the healthiest possible lives in bodies that allow us to achieve our optimum potential as individuals. Find out how you can successfully biohack popular practices like intermittent fasting, regulating caffeine intake, ice baths, and calorie deficit diets to gain peak performance levels. A business professional in healthcare and technology, Dr. Marcus Ranney specialises in research that explores the limits of the human body for optimum performance and longevity. His exploits include climbing the sides of Everest, skiing in the Arctic, the European Alps, and serving as a medical officer in the Royal Air Force and at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Currently based in Mumbai, he is the founder of Human Edge, a longevity science company with the vision of democratising the healthspan of the workforce across the globe. He is also a published author, a keen athlete and marathon runner, and holds a Guinness World Record for backwards running. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Yahya Bootwala Weighs in on Art vs the Artist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 49:45


    We've all grown up on films. Our first love was usually a hero/heroine on the big screen pulling out grand gestures and breaking into a song and dance. How much of an impact have films made on our love life? Actor and writer Yahya Bootwala ponders on this. In this episode of Take aPause, Varun and Yahya dive deep into what it means to be creators in an environment heavily governed by algorithms and numbers. Further, they discuss how important it is to differentiate the art from the artist. Yahya also talks about how films often fail to show the truth after the ‘happily ever after', and a shared appreciation for Shah Rukh Khan's filmography. Yahya Bootwala came into the limelight when one of his poetry videos ‘Shayad Wo Pyar Nahi' went viral on YouTube. His 2019 short film 'Sheher Ya Tum' won the Golden Gateway Dimensions Mumbai Award You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

    Vir Das on Using Humour as a Coping Mechanism

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 61:58


    How powerful is humour as a unifying force in the world? Are we drawn to it because it's a coping mechanism for us to deal with the hardships of our lives? Who better to chat about this than comedian and actor Vir Das. On this episode of Take aPause, Vir joins Varun to talk about his success as India's only Emmy-nominated comedian and journey as he learns to cater to both a global and an Indian audience. From packing up his life in Mumbai and moving to Goa during the pandemic to travelling to 25 countries in the last year to perform 150+ shows, Vir's still coming to terms with the concept of being a “global citizen”. One of the most-well known Indian comedians, Vir Das was nominated for an Emmy in the Best Comedy category for his Netflix Special ‘Vir Das: For India'. As an actor, he is best known for his roles in Delhi Belly (2011) and Go Goa Gone (2013). He has performed in 35 plays, 100+ stand-up comedy shows, 18 films, eight TV shows and six comedy specials. You can Order Varun's book “Everything is out of syllabus: An instruction manual for life & work “ at https://amzn.to/335QKow Follow Varun across social media platforms @VarunDuggi https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ https://www.youtube.com/c/VarunDuggi https://twitter.com/varunduggi And for a weekly download of mind musings and recommendations subscribe to his newsletter “Unschooled with Varun Duggirlala” at https://varunduggi.substack.com About the show “Take apause with Varun Duggirala” ( previously “The Varun Duggi show”) is a twice a week podcast that's meant to enable its listeners to take a pause amidst the chaos of their daily lives to learn tools, embrace ideas and soak in concepts that will help them find motivation, build the right mindset and perform at their best. Varun also occasionally taps into the minds of truly interesting people to give listeners a learn from and use in their work, life and everything in-between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

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