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Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharma are celebrating India women's first ever World Cup victory! Former India women's captain Anjum Chopra tells us how she felt at the winning moment, what it was like to be in the commentary box and what it means to all the former players who have paved the way. We also hear from Radha Gupta who is a member of the Bucket Hat Cult who are a loud and proud supporters' group of India women's cricket. She says being at the DY Patil stadium in Mumbai and witnessing the win was the ‘top moment of her life'. Plus she tells us what she hopes the win can do for women's cricket in India.And the team look at where it went wrong for South Africa in the final.Photo: Harmanpreet Kaur of India lifts the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup trophy after her team's victory in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup India 2025 Final match between India and South Africa at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy on November 02, 2025 in Navi Mumbai, India. (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images)

Welcome to Null & Void Episode 222 – your weekly dose ofsporting highs, heartbreaks, and heroic feats!This week, we celebrate a seismic moment in cricket historyas India's women clinched their maiden World Cup title, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final. With Deepti Sharma's five-wicket haul and Shafali Verma's all-round brilliance, the Women in Blue lifted the trophy in front of a sellout crowd in Mumbai.Meanwhile, it was another tale of frustration for England inrugby league, as the Kangaroos sealed the Ashes series 2-0, leaving the hosts fighting to avoid a whitewash in the final test at Headingley. Despite passionate performances, Australia's class proved too much once again.And finally, we tip our hats to Steve James, the 66-year-oldretired banker who just completed 200 marathons in 200 days, running 5,240 miles around the British coastline. From stormy weather to blistered feet, Steve's epic endurance challenge is a testament to human spirit and resilience.All that and more – right here on another magnificentepisode of Null & Void!

Khalil Radi ist zurück im Podcast und bringt ein Update mit, das sich gewaschen hat. Vor gut einem Jahr sammelte die Mach dis Ding-Community gemeinsam mit Khalil über 36'000 Franken, um in Ghana einen Recycling-Lastwagen zu finanzieren. Ziel: Eine lokale Kreislaufwirtschaft aufbauen, die selbstragend funktioniert, ohne dauerhafte Spenden. Heute ist der LKW vier Monate im Einsatz, spart mehr Diesel als gedacht, hat eine grössere Region erschlossen als geplant und ist zu 48 % eigenfinanziert. Bis Weihnachten soll das Projekt komplett selbsttragend sein. Doch das ist nur der Anfang: • In Ghana soll eine neue Recyclinganlage mit Schulbank-Produktion entstehen, aus gesammeltem Plastik. • In Nicaragua wurde dank einer 50'000-Franken-Privatspende eine eigene Export-Anlage aufgebaut, um sich vom lokalen Monopolisten unabhängig zu machen. • In Indien startet demnächst ein Pilotprojekt mit einem Kleintransporter, um „Plastik gegen Essen“ und „Plastik gegen Einkommen“ auch in den Slums von Mumbai umzusetzen.

Feeling busier and more distracted than last year? You're not imagining it—and you're not powerless. This guide turns a simple "peg" memory method into a fast, executive-friendly workflow you can use on the spot. Why do we forget more at work—and what actually helps right now? We forget because working memory is tiny and modern work shreds attention; the fix is to externalise what you can and anchor what you can't. As channels multiply—email, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Line, Telegram—messages blur and retrieval costs explode. First, move details out of your head and into calendars, task apps, and checklists. Second, when you must recall live (presentations, Q&A, pitches), use a method that forces order on demand. That's where "peg numbers + peg words + peg pictures" wins: it's fast, portable, and doesn't depend on a screen. Do now: Decide which meetings require live recall versus notes-on-desk. Use tools for storage; use pegs for performance.  What is the Peg Method—and why does it work under pressure? The Peg Method gives you nine permanent "hooks" (1–9) that never change; you hang today's items on those hooks using vivid mini-scenes. Consistency is the trick. When the pegs stay fixed, recall becomes automatic: say the peg, see the picture, retrieve the item—in order. This scales from shopping lists to leadership talking points, risk registers, and sales objections during a live demo. Executives like it because it's device-free, language-agnostic, and works whether you're in Tokyo, Sydney, or Seattle. Do now: Lock your baseline pegs today so they never change: 1 = Run, 2 = Zoo, 3 = Tree, 4 = Door, 5 = Hive, 6 = Sick, 7 = Heaven, 8 = Gate, 9 = Wine.  How do I build pictures that "stick" in seconds? Use A-C-M-E: Action, Colour, Me, Exaggeration—three-second scenes beat perfect ones. Give each peg-scene movement (Action), crank the saturation (Colour), put yourself in the frame (Me), and overdo scale or drama (Exaggeration). You don't need to "see" it like a film; a whispered line works ("Door: Johanna blocks sign-off"). Across markets, this reduces blank-outs because your brain encodes motion, salience, and self-relevance faster than abstract text. Do now: Practise with two items right now—peg #1 Run and #2 Zoo—timing yourself to three seconds per image.  Can pegs really keep a long list in order? (Worked example) Yes—because the order is baked into the numbers, you can recite forwards, backwards, or jump to any slot. Try this city sequence: Sydney, Toronto, São Paulo, Johannesburg, Seattle, London, Mumbai, Vladivostok, Kagoshima. 1 Run: sprint alongside a kangaroo (Sydney) with a starter pistol; 2 Zoo: monkeys hurl "Toronto" nameplates; 3 Tree: a palm bends under a "São Paulo" sash; 4 Door: "Johannesburg" is painted thick across a revolving door; 5 Hive: bees wear "Seattle" face masks; 6 Sick: a syringe squirts the word "London"; 7 Heaven: "Mumbai" descends pearl-white stairs; 8 Gate: a rail gate slams down with "Vladivostok"; 9 Wine: a crate stamped "Kagoshima." Do now: Recite pegs in rhythm—run, zoo, tree, door…—then replay the scenes. Test #7 or #4 out of order to prove the jump-to-slot works.  What if I'm "not visual," get confused, or blank on stage? Say the peg aloud and attach a one-line cue; keep pegs permanent; rehearse forwards and backwards. If imagery feels fuzzy, talk it: "Tree: São Paulo sash." The rhyme is your safety rail. Confusion usually comes from changing pegs—don't. Under pressure, we default to habits; two short reps (forward/back) create enough redundancy to survive a curve-ball question. If lists exceed nine, chunk them (1–9, 10–18) or create a second peg set for a different category (e.g., "Client Risks"). Do now: Lock your 1–9; rehearse your next briefing once forward, once backward, standing up to simulate pressure.  How do I integrate pegs with my 2025 workflow without more cognitive load? Use a two-lane system: tools for storage and pegs for performance; tag owners and dates inside the images to encode accountability. Calendars, CRMs, and project trackers still carry due dates, attachments, and threads. Pegs handle what you must say from memory: topline metrics, names, objections, decisions. For leadership teams across APAC, EU, and North America, this reduces meeting drag and hedges against tech hiccups. Pro tip: weave critical metadata into the scene ("Door: Sarah blocks approval until Friday 17:00"). Do now: Pick one recurring meeting and move its opening five points to pegs; keep everything else in your agenda doc.  Conclusion: design around your brain, don't fight it Your brain isn't failing—you're asking it to juggle too much in noisy environments. Externalise the bulk; anchor the rest with nine permanent pegs and A-C-M-E pictures. In a week, the "snap-back" effect appears: you say the peg, the scene plays, and the item drops into place—without the stress. Do now: Lock pegs 1–9, run the five-minute drill today, and use pegs for your very next high-stakes conversation.  Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan. 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningProverbs 3:5-6 — Prayer for Guidance, Direction, and Clarity When You Don't Know What to Do Next5 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Accra, from Accra to Vancouver, from Vancouver to Mumbai — where the global church begins the day seeking God's direction before the world fully wakes.Scripture (NIV) “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)Show Notes 5 a.m. is the hour of decisions, planning, worry, and quiet questions. Many wake up already unsure — unsure of the future, unsure of finances, unsure of calling, unsure of what step to take next. But Proverbs 3:5-6 is God's answer to confusion: direction doesn't come from clarity first — it comes from trust first.From London to Accra, from Vancouver to Mumbai, believers are laying down their own limited understanding and asking God to take the lead. You don't need to see the whole path — you just need to trust the One who is already ahead of you. God has never been confused about your life. Heaven has no Plan B. If you submit your plans, He will straighten your steps.10 Global Prayer Points (SEO-Optimised Long-Tail Keywords) Prayer for guidance in major life decisions Prayer for clarity when you feel directionless Prayer for God's wisdom in career and calling Prayer for guidance in relationships and family choices Prayer for direction when doors keep closing Prayer for discernment between fear and faith Prayer for wisdom to make godly financial decisions Prayer for clear next steps in times of uncertainty Prayer for divine direction when feeling stuck Prayer for trust when God's timing doesn't make senseLife Application Stop waiting for full clarity before you move — obey what God has already revealed, and the next step will come.Declaration I trust in the Lord with all my heart. He directs my path. Confusion breaks, clarity comes, and God leads me forward.Call to Action Share this Morning Prayer for Guidance and Clarity. Support this listener-funded ministry at DailyPrayer.uk and help spread global prayer. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more five-minute devotionals with Reverend Ben Cooper.Proverbs3v5, PSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us a text We visit Delhi, Agra, and Mumbai with linguist and educator Dr. Jilani Warsi.Old Delhi draws us into the Red Fort's vast red sandstone walls, the bustle of Jama Masjid, and the color and flavors of Chandni Chowk where chai, sweets, and silks leave their mark. We balance that with New Delhi's calm and the Lotus Temple's open welcome to all faiths, then look upward at Qutub Minar's 12th-century tower, a vertical timeline of early rule and artistry. Along the way, we share on-the-ground advice: why to skip driving yourself, how to group sites to save time, and where an evening light-and-sound show still brings the past to life.Agra reframes the journey around love and power. The Taj Mahal becomes more than a postcard as dawn light turns marble rosy and the close-in inlay work reveals delicate stone flowers. Across the Yamuna River, Agra Fort holds Shah Jahan's final vantage point, a story you can feel when a small mirror catches the mausoleum's glow. A short hop leads to Fatehpur Sikri, where Hindu and Islamic design blend into one living compound, proof that style can be a bridge across belief.Mumbai changes the tempo again: Marine Drive's night shimmer, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link stretching like a lit ribbon, and the gravitational pull of Bollywood's studios and theaters. We leave the skyline by boat for Elephanta Island, where ancient cave temples to Shiva offer a cool breath and timeless stonework. Between stops, we chase flavor—kebabs, biryani, and samosas, and share simple ways to eat well and safely where the locals line up.Whether you're planning your first India itinerary, refining a return, or just enjoying armchair travel, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so others can find it too._____Dr. Jilani Warsi, born a two-hour drive from Mahabodhi Temple in Gaya where Buddha reached Nirvana, grew up in a multilingual environment and teaches at Queensborough Community College in New York. He curates English language lessons for native and non-native speakers under the moniker of DrEnglish, on YouTube, @DrAmericanEnglish. He is also a shutterbug and a student of life._____Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. _____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  Please subscribe, like, and comment. 

Every once in a while, I meet someone whose story reminds me why inclusion and communication go hand in hand. My guest this week, Shabnam Asthana, is one of those people. She's a global PR leader, entrepreneur, and author who has spent her life turning words into bridges that connect people and purpose. We talk about her journey from teaching and lecturing at India's National Defence Academy to leading global communications for major brands—and what it taught her about empathy, leadership, and real inclusion. Shabnam shares how storytelling can turn data into emotion, and why true diversity is less about representation and more about respect. Her message is powerful and deeply human: being unstoppable begins with an open heart, quiet courage, and the willingness to rise again. If you're ready to lead with empathy and communicate with purpose, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. Highlights: 00:43 – Hear how early role models and a working mother raised ambitions and set a path toward leadership. 03:39 – Learn why strong communication skills pointed her toward PR and how debates built confidence. 05:24 – See why teaching became the first step when women in PR roles were rare in smaller cities. 08:12 – Discover what it took to lecture at India's National Defence Academy and earn respect in a rigid setting. 12:09 – Understand the leap from academia to corporate PR after being scouted for communication excellence. 15:50 – Learn how serving as a spokesperson shaped internal and external messaging at a Swedish-Indian firm. 17:01 – Gain a humble view of global work and why inclusion means moving from tokenism to listening. 21:08 – Compare India and Sweden and see how representation differs from real inclusion in practice. 24:18 – Learn how small, specific acts like adding sign to slides can make people feel genuinely seen. 34:24 – Find out how storytelling turns CSR spreadsheets into human change that inspires action. 43:22 – Explore the choice to found Empowered Solutions and why entrepreneurship kept growth alive. 53:06 – Take a fresh definition of an unstoppable mindset rooted in resilience and an open heart. About the Guest: A multi-faceted Professional, who has fast tracked from being a reputed National name to a well-respected and emulated global one! Shabnam Asthana has added new dimensions to Global PR and Communications. She has to her credit, post graduate degrees in English Literature, Public Relations and Advertising, an MBA in Marketing Management & several International certifications including a prestigious Hon. Doctorate in Business Administration from the National American University USA (NAU). She has over 25 years of rich professional experience. She started her career in the educational field as a high school teacher and then moved on to the role of a Lecturer at the prestigious National Defence Academy, Khadkwasla. She was the only civilian who compered for the Passing out parades, PT & Equestrian display and the Graduation ceremony of the NDA for 3 consecutive years. This was covered live on Doordarshan. It was after one of the Passing out Parades that she was compering at the NDA, that a senior position in a reputed company was offered to her and thus began her foray into the corporate world. After her successful corporate stint in senior positions with reputed companies including Multinationals in India and abroad and reputed real estate businesses, she started her own PR and communications firm, Empowered Solutions in 2005 which has been running successfully since then. Adding offices in USA and Canada as part of its international expansion. Ways to connect with Jan: Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shabnam_Asthana Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shabnamasthana/?hl=en Linked in - https://in.linkedin.com/in/dr-shabnam-asthana-7b174a5 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShabnamAsthana/ X - https://x.com/shabnamasthana VyaapaarNiti Expert Profile - https://www.vyaapaarniti.com/expert/dr-shabnam-asthana- Tring Celebrity Platform - https://www.tring.co.in/shabnam-asthana About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can subscribe in your favorite podcast app. You can also support our podcast through our tip jar https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/unstoppable-mindset . Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:20 Well, Hi again, everyone. I am your host, Michael Hingson, and you are here listening to or watching or both, unstoppable mindset today, our guest is a person of many talents, and I think you're going to be as amazed about her as I am. Shabnam Asthana is a person who has been involved in she was a teacher for a while. She's been very heavily involved in a variety of things at the corporate level. She started her own marketing firm in 2005 and I don't know what all my gosh, she's got so many things, it's really hard to keep up, but I'm sure she's going to tell us all about it, and I am looking forward to that. And I really appreciate all of you being here with us. So Shabnam, I want to welcome you to unstoppable mindset. And thank you for being here.   Shabnam Asthana ** 02:15 Thank you, Michael, truly wonderful to be with here, and thank you for that amazing introduction. You make me feel as if I've worn a professional cape of so many accolades and so many things. It's wonderful to be here with you.   Michael Hingson ** 02:32 Michael, well, you do have lots of awards and lots of accolades.   Shabnam Asthana ** 02:38 That's just one part of the journey. The true reward is in the, you know, work that I do, these stories, that I shape, the narratives that spring in that is the true reward. And of course, accolades are always welcome, and they are a way of encouragement, which do ensure that, yes, I continue doing the good work.   Michael Hingson ** 03:00 Well, why don't we start back at the beginning, which is always fun to do. Why don't you tell us about the early Shabnam growing up?   Shabnam Asthana ** 03:08 Okay, that's something which is very close to my heart. I was born in India in a small city called Bokaro, Steel City. It was a Steel City. It was an industrial town, and we were a very close knit community, and we had lots of, you know, interaction with people. I came from a background where both my parents, my mother and my father were working, and at that point of time, a working woman was sort of seen as a novelty, not something I'm talking way, way back. And now the people will also guess my age, I guess because it's pretty way back. And that was the time when we weren't India was still developing, and women were still not seen as the working class, you know, especially in senior corporate positions. And my mother was a senior officer in the steel plant, so that set my aspirations and ambitions very high. And I wanted to emulate her. I wanted to be someone who was working now what I would do I was not very sure of, but yes, I wanted to be working. And then later on, my sister, my both my sisters, were also working, my older siblings, and of course, that set the tone for me to also hop into the professional shoes, and, you know, chart out a career path for myself. So,   Michael Hingson ** 04:44 so what? What did you do? As far as schooling? Did you go to college?   Shabnam Asthana ** 04:51 Yes, I went to the local school there, which was an English medium good school called sin Xavier School. And that was some. Thing which really groomed me for the future, that set the foundations for my career. And after that, I did my schooling in the my college, sorry, in the capital city of India, which is Delhi. And then on, I moved to a place which is close to Mumbai, which is Pune, and I continued my education there. And of course, my career started in Pune. That is when I got into academics, and then henceforth,   Michael Hingson ** 05:34 so when you were in college, and as you were coming out of it, what did you want to do with your life? What was your plan? Or did you have one?   Shabnam Asthana ** 05:43 Yes, I did have one. Like I said, I was always good in communications, and people used to tell me that you are a good communicator. I used to win all the debates. I used to win elocution competitions. And I said, Well, yes, communication does seem to be my forte, so why don't I build on that? And then I saw my father, he was in the public relations industry, and I somehow at the back of my mind, I said, Yes, that is something I would surely want to do. So why not try my hand at PR? And that's how the seeds of my career was planted in my mind, and then it developed there on.   Michael Hingson ** 06:30 But you started out in education and in teaching.   Shabnam Asthana ** 06:34 Yes, that's very interesting. I'll tell you. I wanted to start my career in PR, but I was in a place which was a small city, and it was a place called Jamshedpur, before I moved on to Pune, and there, the career scope was very limited. We didn't have women in the PR. In fact, it was unheard of. So the best thing, or the easiest thing that a woman could do was to hop on the bandwagon of academics. And not saying that it was something you know, that was not looked up to. But yes, I did enjoy my role as a school teacher. That was my first job in Jamshedpur, a small it was, again, a steel city in India, and I became a high school teacher, and quite enjoyed it, because that was also communication. It was the way you communicated with your students, and, you know, sort of got them into, got them interested in what they were learning. So that was, again a stepping stone, and it was the area of communications which expanded later on.   Michael Hingson ** 07:47 So how long did you stay in teaching?   Shabnam Asthana ** 07:51 I was there for about two years in Jamshedpur, and then I moved on to Pune. And guess what the next opportunity I got was as a lecturer in the National Defense Academy. That was a place where the future generals were being groomed, and I was a civilian who, sort of, I was the only civilian, probably, who got into the teaching profession there and there I spent a good four years truly memorable. Worth remembering recounting. There was so many incidents, and I loved teaching. That was something which I did at the National Defense Academy too. Although that was at a higher level, it was very different from the school teaching which I had done. This was more, you know, on a national level, where you had to be more, and there was a lot of discipline which came in, because it was the future, you know, Army personnel, Navy personnel, so all that, there was a lot of discipline that came in and that groomed me better. I understood what the world of discipline meant in the true sense, because I lived   Michael Hingson ** 09:10 it right. What? How did you discover the job at the defense Academy? Though that's certainly a whole lot different than teaching high school students or maybe not.   Shabnam Asthana ** 09:23 It is a whole lot intimidating. Let me tell you that it's very intimidating to walk into a room full of, you know, future generals, army people you don't know who you know who you are, I mean, who they are, and you sort of get very intimidated by the kind the aura is very, very intimidating.   Michael Hingson ** 09:46 How did you discover that job? Yes,   Shabnam Asthana ** 09:49 that was done. We in India, we have something which is called the employment exchange. So you register there and you give your qualify. You list down your qualifications, and you know whatever you are planning to do, and they invite you for certain vacancies. So one fine day, I was just sitting and having my lunch at home when I received a letter, and the letter was an interview call for the National Defense Academy. I literally jumped out of my skin because I was a school teacher, and then being asked to appear for an interview in the National Defense Academy itself was a big leap for me. Whether I got it or not was a different thing. But then to sort of come on board and go and sort of appear for an interview was also something very exciting. And when I went there, I was like, I said, the only civilian The rest were army officers, wives and daughters, you know, related to the working personnel there. So when I went, I was interviewed by the three representatives from all the three wings, that is the Navy, the Air Force and Army. And that was a very good experience. They asked me a lot of questions, and I believe it was later on I was told that it was my confidence that got me in. So thanks to that, I   Michael Hingson ** 11:23 was going to ask you why you why you got in, or why you think you got in. And yes,   Shabnam Asthana ** 11:30 yeah, I did ask them that later, and unofficially, I was told that. Well, it was the way you carried yourself, the confidence and, you know, the excitement and enthusiasm that you shared, which was very, very refreshing.   Michael Hingson ** 11:48 So what exactly did you do at the academy?   Shabnam Asthana ** 11:53 I was teaching them English, and I was teaching them literature. I don't know how interested they were in literature, but then the feedback that I got, which was, you know, the it was a routine feedback, which we have the teachers get. So I used to get good marks, and people used to say, yes, that, you know, your classes are engrossing. It's good. And then, apart from that, there was something very interesting I did, which was I compared for their passing out parades, and I compared for all their shows. And that was something which was covered on television, and that gave me a different kind of foothold in my profession, where I was being seen, where I was being heard, and my confidence grew by leaps and bounds. I was being accepted as a woman. I was being accepted as a civilian. And that was something which was very, very heartwarming for me,   Michael Hingson ** 13:01 and I would assume, very difficult to achieve,   Shabnam Asthana ** 13:05 I think so I do yes, in retrospect, yes.   Michael Hingson ** 13:09 So you did that for roughly four years. Yes. And why did you leave that? What was your? Was your thought about that,   Shabnam Asthana ** 13:21 okay, I would have gone on. It was such a glorious part of my career. But, you know, change, they say, is constant, and that is something which happened. I was comparing for a passing out parade when the chairman of a corporate company which was doing rather well, heard me, and he was impressed by my communication, my speaking abilities, my, you know, the way I was presenting things. And he said he offered me a job, and he said, Why don't you come and join my office and come in as a PR person for my company, and that's exactly I was actually, you know, not very sure whether I wanted to leave this an industry and career where I was already established, where people knew me, and just hop on to the corporate world. But if you remember, that was my ambition. That was what I had always won right at the start. So the moment it came, it almost felt as if it fell into my laps. And I said, Why don't I do that? Yes, and this is a good opportunity, and I must take it up. My I spoke to my family, and they too, felt that it was a good stepping stone to move on. And so I accepted it, and that was my entry into the world of PR, in the corporate   Michael Hingson ** 14:48 world. So what year was that this   Shabnam Asthana ** 14:53 was way back on now you are prompting me to give away my age, which is like. Like ancient, I'd be a fossil. Okay, yes, this was way back in the 90s,   Michael Hingson ** 15:06 okay, and that was kind of what I was curious about. So at that time, industry was a little bit more stable than it was later on, but, but still, you You did it, and you so you stepped into that goal, into that role, and so you became part of the PR world, which is, as you said, what you wanted to do initially, anyway. So, so how long did you stay at that company? I   Shabnam Asthana ** 15:39 stayed there for about four years, and then the chairman of the company passed away. Unfortunately, he was on a trip to China, and he suffered a massive cardiac arrest, so I was working very closely with him in his office, and as is the norm of the industry, once the leader is not there things you know, sort of crumble, and you know, there's reorganization. New faces come in, and normally the new people bring their own teams. So I felt as if, you know, before they told me to sort of move out or something. I don't know why I pre empted that. I said, Why don't I myself make a shift and join some other industry? I mean, join some other company, which I did. Again, I applied. It was a Swedish company, and again, it was one of the best moves that I could have made. I spent a good 12 years in that company, which Hogan is India Limited, I must name them. They were brilliant. And I spent a very, very good part of my career with that company.   Michael Hingson ** 16:56 And so again, you did primarily PR, or what did you Yes, it was   Shabnam Asthana ** 17:02 PR and it was handling the chairman and managing director's office. So the entire communication was handled through me, the internal as well as the external communication. I was a spokesperson, yes,   Michael Hingson ** 17:18 so you became so in a sense, sort of the face of the company.   Shabnam Asthana ** 17:21 Yes, I did. It's nice to feel that yes, that it was a good many years that I was the face of the company in terms of communication, yes,   Michael Hingson ** 17:33 right, right. And, and where were you doing this?   Shabnam Asthana ** 17:38 This was in Pune, and their head office was in Sweden. I used to sort of move between the two. It was a very global company. The subsidiary was an Indian subsidiary, but the parent company was Swedish. So we had a lot of global travel   17:56 that kept you busy. That did so   Shabnam Asthana ** 17:59 there were conferences, and there were so many meetings which were happening,   Michael Hingson ** 18:03 yes, right? So what did, what did you? What did you learn from all of that? Do you think   Shabnam Asthana ** 18:12 it was a very humbling experience? You know, more than the excitement, I was armed with a lot of excitement, because that would have been one of my first trips outside India. I was I had a lot of excitement, lots of things were on my mind, but then ultimately, when one does travel and work in a global company, it's a very humbling experience, because you are exposed to your strengths and also your blind spots, your strengths, your weaknesses, everything comes to you and then you feel that diversity is not always about representation. It's about respect and inclusion is moving from tokenism to listening. That is what I felt, you know, adapting various voices to your workplace, working in unison, trying to empathize with people from different cultures, different streams, different departments, all that really broadened my horizon. So that was something which I learned.   Michael Hingson ** 19:30 So what was the culture like, in terms of since you were at a global company, as it were, how was it different when you were dealing with Sweden, as opposed to when you were dealing with India.   Shabnam Asthana ** 19:45 In India, we don't have diversity as a choice. In India, we are served diversity on a platter because you are born with being diverse. You have. Are numerous religions, you have culture. So we are adaptable people in that sense. But strangely enough, it's a paradox. If I would tell you that inclusion is still a work in progress. Inclusion isn't automatic. It doesn't come to you like that. You have to work for it. Now there is a big change, but I'm talking of the days, way back in the 90s when women in boardrooms were a novelty. So sometimes it was just purely for ornamental value. Sad to say that. But gradually you had to open up, you have to open the doors, and you have to say, look, we are here for a reason. And please listen to our voices too. And that's how we started. I started sort of, I remember once when I was moving in India. I mean, not in Sweden, but once when I was in India, and I was in a strategic board meeting. I was the only woman in the room, and the people were sort of, I could sense the expressions. People were curious, people were dismissing. People were sort of, you know, not sort of prepared to take or listen to me, that was a little bit of a setback. But then gradually, when I started moving abroad, and I started seeing more women, and then gradually, when I was moving so were the others, and they too saw the kind of change that was happening. And so it was pretty difficult in India, initially, if I were to be very honest, Sweden was more inclusive. I could see a lot of women in the workforce. And gradually, since we were sort of interacting with each other, we absorbed each other's cultures and values, and the company became very, very inclusive. So it was a pleasure to work there.   Michael Hingson ** 22:08 Okay, so in a sense, there were, there are parts of Sweden that made you happier than what you were in the East initially experiencing in India.   Shabnam Asthana ** 22:19 Absolutely, absolutely, and I have no hesitation in saying that, because they were welcoming. They were welcoming. And the not necessarily my company, but any company in India, the representation of women, especially in PR, was very, very limited. Now we have evolved, and it's a world of difference, and I'm so happy to see that.   Michael Hingson ** 22:48 How about you, may or may not have a lot of expertise in this, but how about if we're going to talk about inclusion and so on, people with disabilities, both in India and in Sweden and so on and again. I don't know whether you really had much experience or exposure to that. I   Shabnam Asthana ** 23:06 do. I did have my share of exposure, maybe not extensive, but yes, I do. I remember there's this one incident I'd like to talk to you about. It was in Paris. I was in a conference, and there was a deaf girl in the conference room. I could see people making presentations and knowing fully well, because we had the list of participants, and we had their intros, their introductions with us, my team. And you know, of course, I headed that team. We made a special endeavor to include sign in our presentation. And she was so happy because she said, you know, she came to me and she expressed to me that although I have participated so many times in meetings, and especially corporate meetings, I am so happy to see. It was the first time that I felt I was seen and I was not just a presence. So she was very happy with the kind of, you know, preparation that we did for her especially. So I believe it's very nice if people learn to respect each other and learn to believe that not everybody is similar. You may have so many strengths which I don't have. I do not see any physical disability as a handicap. I'm very, very sure about that, I do not see anybody who appears different or who doesn't have the same listening capacity, hearing capacity, to be different from me. They have their own strengths. So I truly believe that, you know, disability. In that sense, is something which does not put a person in the back seat. How.   Michael Hingson ** 25:09 How was that attitude received? Well, both at the company, when you were when you were in the room with her, and you were signing and so on. How did other people receive that? And how was that kind of attitude received initially in India?   Shabnam Asthana ** 25:29 Well, to be very honest, Michael, it wasn't something that is the done thing. People do not accept that. They are like, well, it's a general presentation. We really don't have to make specific I do remember a person who came up to me and said, Shabnam, why did you make a very specific presentation? It was a very general presentation by you doing that, you have set a precedent for others to sort of make them feel small, you know. So he took it in a very negative way. Said, you've made us feel very small. I said, no, please do not look at it that way. It is something where we have made her feel a part of us. It is not trying to belittle anybody, trying not to, you know, get a an edge over others. All of us are the same. It's just that I made it a little easier for her. That's what I just told him, and probably he did, walk away with a smile. I don't know whether it was a sarcastic one or whether it was a smile of acceptance, but then I got my   Michael Hingson ** 26:38 point. I took was this was this in Sweden or India. This was in Paris. In Paris, okay, yes,   Shabnam Asthana ** 26:46 okay, this was a conference, which was   Michael Hingson ** 26:49 she said that, right? Well, you know, the reality is that's all part of the inclusive mindset and the inclusion mindset, and it is so true that most people don't tend to realize it Yes. So I hear what you're saying,   Shabnam Asthana ** 27:10 yes, and realization and sort of acceptance has evolved. People are more accepting. People are more flexible. You know, the rigidity earlier, people were very rigid. Now there is a lot of flexibility. I believe that, right?   Michael Hingson ** 27:32 Well, I think it's better. I'm I think there are still all too many people who tend not to really have an overly inclusive mindset. And it is, it is something that that will be with us for a while, and hopefully over time, people will become more open and realize the value of inclusion. In this country, we have, well and around the world, we have a significant number of people who have these so called physical disabilities, and the reality is that the disability is more caused by inaction mostly than it is by real action.   Shabnam Asthana ** 28:12 Absolutely yes. And I also seriously believe that diversity enriches the outcomes. I have some I have practical experience, and I've seen that. So inclusion enriches outcomes in many ways, right?   Michael Hingson ** 28:35 How has all of your traveling and all of your exposure in various places around the world. How has that tended to shape your understanding of diversity and inclusion?   Shabnam Asthana ** 28:50 Okay, yes, that's a very interesting question. I have seen that challenges are real, biases, stereotypes and expectations that women need to prove themselves twice as much also exists in many, many parts of the world. So they have been. I mean, there have been certain cultures, certain countries, which are very easy to breeze through when you are at work meetings or you're talking to people. But there are certain countries in the let's say in the Middle East, the Far East, which are still not very open to, you know, women taking on lead roles, women strategizing, women talking things that would influence decisions. So sometimes there's also a word I'd like to put in here that sometimes it is not country specific. Specific. It is very individual, specific. So there, like you said, you know, there are certain mindsets which still exist. There are people who may be residing in countries that are very open and very receptive, but their own mindset is limiting. And it is a mindset which is closed, it is rigid. So that stops and that prevents any inclusion. You know that, if I were to put it that way, so I would say it's not merely, not always country specific. Yes, individuals have to evolve themselves and change their mindsets. So it's sometimes I've seen it's countries are good, but some individuals are rigid. I've seen some individuals that are good, but the countries that are rigid. So it sort of works both ways.   Michael Hingson ** 30:54 And it's not just about women, it is about anybody who is different. Yes, then the so called norm, whatever that happens to be, absolutely   Shabnam Asthana ** 31:03 inclusion is not limited to women. So again, I'd like to clarify that it's inclusion is a broad spectrum. So yes, of course, we are a small part of it. But yes,   Michael Hingson ** 31:17 you have written a book, yes, romancing your career and and also you've done a lot of mentoring, obviously, and so on. But what do you mean when you talk about women? And I would say anybody who's different need to define success on their own terms. Tell me more about that.   Shabnam Asthana ** 31:41 So women, or anybody, let's not be very specific about women, because then it would be detracting from the main subject of inclusion. Anybody who wants to be heard has to believe in one thing, that silence is not the answer. Courage is so you have to move from silence to courage. Try and portray your point of view. Speak to people if they listen to you good enough if they don't, it's not as if the doors are closed. If the doors are closed, you can surely open a window for yourself, and it works. So just being silent or being very subdued or being very you know sad that your point of view, or being upset, for that matter, that your point of view is not being listened to is not the answer. You have to show courage. You have to do your homework, right? Remember that value is something that takes anybody places. It's not about being a woman, it's not about being any nationality, any ethnicity. It's just that you have to carry value in whatever you are trying to bring to the table. Once people see value, they will forget whether you are of XYZ nationality or you're an Indian, or you are of any other you're any other gender, if I may say that. So it's the value that a person should work towards. Everybody should work towards bringing value to the table. That is what will get you noticed, and that is what will see you going places. Yes, it did.   Michael Hingson ** 33:43 And again, I think one of the important things is that, from my standpoint, and I keep pushing it, but it's there is that it also is the same for for so called disabilities. One of the things that I maintain is that everybody on the planet has a disability, and the disability for most people is that you depend on light in order to function, and when suddenly light disappears, you have a big problem, unless you have a way to get light back on demand. But we are. We're not ready to accept that as a as a race yet, so people think that's cute, but, but they're not ready to accept it. It doesn't change the fact that it's really there. But the fact of the matter is that that people do have to speak up for themselves, and there are ways to do that, and there are ways not to do that. It isn't a matter of being obnoxious and demanding, but it is all about, as you expressed it earlier, being confident and showing that confidence and showing your knowledge and showing what you bring to the table absolutely well. You've been involved in PR for a long time, and I'm sure that you would agree, one of the main tools that people in the public relations world and elsewhere have to offer is storytelling. I believe the best salespeople are people who can tell stories and can help relate. But my question would be to ask you, how can storytelling bridge communities and bring people together?   Shabnam Asthana ** 35:31 Storytelling is a very, very strong element of PR. Storytelling humanizes everything. It brings in a lot of connection. So people connect automatically, if your storytelling is good, so like I keep telling all my juniors as well or new interns who join in corporate fact sheets can be informative. They can give you facts, but storytelling will transform everything. So you move from information to transformation. Storytelling is the human angle to everything. All of us love you a human angle. For example, let me tell you I was in a meeting which was quite a few years ago, and the CEO of the company was telling me they've done a lot of work in corporate social responsibility. So he wanted to tell me about all the expenditure that they've done. They've uplifted so many schools. They've done so much. They've spent so much on education, they've spent so much on water, on sanitation and so many other things, which has improved the lives of the citizens there. I told him, could you tell me one story of one life that has been affected. So he was at a loss because he had not he did not dive deep into that. He didn't look beyond the numbers and the figures. So his HR person stepped in and he told me a story of a girl. She was an Indian girl. Her name was Aarti. How they had transformed her life, and she had moved on to studying in Howard, and she was being employed in one of the top American companies there. So that was something, a story of transformation. So that is so you know, I believe the power of storytelling and that connected everybody, even his own people, were not aware. The employees were not aware. They were just sort of working like robos, putting in their number of hours, doing their work, not going beyond their call of duty to actually see what was happening to the effects, the efforts of their activities. This was something which we brought out in all their corporate brochures, in all the marketing that they were doing, in all the marketing collaterals that worked wonders. We had lots of inquiries for people who wanted to support them in many ways. We had an interview of the girl, and it was something which was very we added a human angle. So like I said, storytelling humanizes the entire concept, and that is something which connects people. So, yes, it's very   Michael Hingson ** 38:42 interesting. Did he learn to tell stories after that?   Shabnam Asthana ** 38:46 I believe so, because he was so he was really taken aback. And he said, Wow, I never really thought about it. And you told me, You changed my perspective. You made me see it differently. And if I were to say we got a good retainership After that, because he was very happy and my contract was renewed. So that was something which sort of affected the contract too well.   Speaker 1 ** 39:19 The reality is that when you tell a story, it is telling stories is something that most everyone can truly relate to, and when you tell a story that someone listens to or hears and reacts to it,   Michael Hingson ** 39:40 there's nothing better than that, and it's really important that that kind of thing happens. So I'm really glad to hear that you like storytelling. I think it is so important that we have that   39:51 absolutely,   Michael Hingson ** 39:54 yeah, it's so important to be able to do that. Well, you've told us a little bit. About inclusion and diversity and so on in India and in other countries. Do you think it's changing, both in India and in other countries? And how is it changing?   Shabnam Asthana ** 40:15 It is changing. If you go back to the 90s to the present day, you will see that people have become I think it has a lot to do with travel. It has a lot to do with interaction. So people are interacting with each other. I speak to you, you speak to me, you tell me something about you, and I say, Hey, is that worth listening to? Yes, it is. And I try and change my mindset. I become more receptive. I try and tell you my viewpoint. You listen to me. You hear me out. So I have seen companies that have moved beyond check boxes of how many women, how many people with disabilities they've, you know, inducted in the employment stream, in their jobs, and it's become more of the CEOs or the top management asking their people, how many voices have we listened to? How many decisions have been made by these people whom we have taken in. You know, how have we evolved as a company? So that has made me see in boardrooms, in various meetings, that the top management is also very aware of what kind of decisions, what policies, are being framed with people as a diverse group. And it's not funneled or restricted to just the top few. It trickles down and it goes to the people they've hired from diverse groups, and it becomes like a voice of the company. So I have seen that changing, and I have seen that diversion is now diversity sort of is moving more towards the corporate DNA. So it is not a demand anymore. It's not a checkbox. It's more as if it is flowing in naturally, and people are more aware of it. So that's what I've seen.   Michael Hingson ** 42:32 It's a mindset, it is, and people are starting to adopt that. How is it changing in India? You said that in India there's a lot more diversity. But you said inclusion isn't so much there.   Shabnam Asthana ** 42:46 Yes, it is in see in India, it was globally, I saw that diversion was backed by policies, and there was a certain framework which had a set of rules. It had a set of code of conduct. But in India, it was more based on individual goodwill. So we had people, if the CEO or the top management was pro diversity, it would happen automatically, because the ones at the junior level had no choice. They had to naturally comply. But here now in India, it's become more organized, more structured, and people, there are departments now which look into issues of diversity and inclusion, and they try and make the organization work towards that. So they are big companies. They are small companies in India, all are trying to absorb this in the corporate DNA, like I said. So people are conscious. And there are conscious. There are seminars which are happening. People are being spoken to. There is workplace, you know sensitization that follows. People talk about it, people discuss it, and there is a lot of exchange of dialog which happens. So people talk, people learn, people adapt   Michael Hingson ** 44:15 well. So you you work for the Swedish company, for you said, like, 12 years, and then what did you   Shabnam Asthana ** 44:25 do after that? I moved on to, you know, start my own company, which was empowered solutions. That's my brain child, and it's a communications PR and communications company, and I, sort of, I'm the founder director for that the Empowered solutions is my company now, and we are completed. It was set up in 2005 October.   Michael Hingson ** 44:50 2005 what? What made you decide to leave the bigger corporate world and take on all of the challenges of entrepreneur? Leadership and starting your own company, because that certainly is a major change.   Shabnam Asthana ** 45:04 It is I was in the top management. I had a set job, I had the name, the recognition, everything that comes with that. But somehow there was still that kind of, I would say, curiosity, to experiment and to try on newer things. And I am a person who gets a little bored of stagnation, and I had almost reached the height of my career in these companies, and there was nothing more I could do unless I bought over those companies and sort of, you know, became the president and the chairman, which I would I could not do. So I said, Why don't I sort of diversify and take all this learning that I have, all the goodwill that I've earned over the years with the people that have been my clients, with my colleagues, with the people I've met in my business conferences. Why don't I take all this and try and set up something on of my own where I am at liberty to do whatever I want to do without the time pressure, you know, without a pressure of morning meetings and you know, things which have to be a nine to five kind of a role here, I do agree that it is a 24 by seven job that I'm doing at present, because I'm always available. And, you know, I believe that accessibility is very important if you have to be successful, you can't sort of close off and say, no, no, I'm, you know, if somebody needs you, you can't say, Okay, I'm just closing my door and my office. So that was the the, you know, the excitement of experimenting once again and seeing, of course, entrepreneurship is something which is very exciting, and that was something which I wanted to experiment and try and see how I could change that. And, you know, get it into my career. And, you know, get off the normal nine to five job. So that's what I did. I wanted to experiment.   Michael Hingson ** 47:21 So tell me a little bit more about if you would what your company does and how you serve clients and so on. And where are your clients?   Shabnam Asthana ** 47:29 Okay, so basically, it is a PR and communications company, and we have clients now globally. I have primarily in India, because that is where my office is. But I do have clients in Europe, in us, in Canada, where I am currently. And yes, it is more about public relations and communications, and that's what we do. So it's essentially a diversification of I have also taken on writing as part of one of my services. So I do a lot of book writing. I take on people who want to be either who want to tell a story, and who don't have either the time or the expertise. I write for them. I ghost right for them. We also do events. So we have done a couple of events globally, not on a very large scale, but yes, we do have. So it's events, it's public relations, it's communications, it's training, and it's writing.   Michael Hingson ** 48:39 So that's it, right? Well, so you have written one book. Are you looking at doing any more books? By any chance?   Shabnam Asthana ** 48:49 Now I have ghost written about 16 books. So they're all ghost written and under a contract where I don't disclose the names of the books. But yes, I've authored three books, and the first one was romancing your career, a very interesting and fascinating book. That was my first book, and later on, I went on to do two biographies, and yes, I'm doing a couple more correctly, where they are being authored by me. So I'm writing the biographies.   Michael Hingson ** 49:26 So today, in all the work that that you're, that you're doing, do you, do you get involved with many international projects?   Shabnam Asthana ** 49:39 Yes, not many, but yes, we are doing a slow and steady progress there. And we do, I do, keep getting a lot of inquiries. And I must say that I have got a couple of inquiries recently which are very interesting. And I. Working on those. Maybe it's a little premature to tell you that, but yes, there is one big project that has come my way, and we're planning to expand from there. Well.   Michael Hingson ** 50:12 So you have experienced a lot of different countries and so on, and India is certainly becoming more of an economic and a world power in the in terms of what all is happening. Do you think that that the attitudes of India and the way India deals with inclusion and so on is making a difference, and Will that continue to happen?   Shabnam Asthana ** 50:43 Well, Michael, it will, because we are moving out of our country, and we have, you know, taken spots in so many other countries. So if we want to be included, it's high time we practice the same. So we have to welcome other cultures. We have to welcome other nationalities if we hope to be welcomed in other countries as well. So that is something which has really influenced the thinking of people, because we can't be rigid. We can't be, you know, thinking in our own way. And say, Well, let's not do it, because we have to welcome other countries if we have to work and move out of India. So yes, Michael, I will say that very hard. It's very heartening to note that it is changing, and it will continue to do so. In fact, you know, India is moving from being seen as an outsourced to something which people sort of welcome with open arms. But then, yes, things are changing. There are things which are happening which may limit the movement of people, or it may increase the flow of people. But then, well, we have to adopt, adapt and move on.   Michael Hingson ** 52:04 Yeah, well, there's always going to be some of that which makes which makes sense. Yes. What kind of advice would you give to someone, especially young professionals, women and others who are different? What advice would you give to someone who may feel excluded or undervalued in their careers.   Shabnam Asthana ** 52:25 The best thing that I would like to say is that if you hear a no, don't let it bog you down, because be sure that tomorrow you will hear a better yes, it will be something that is shaping the way for your future. So you must not let any naysayers or any projects that fail bog you down just because you're a woman or because you're different or anybody you know. You have to show your courage, you have to be resilient, and you have to lean on your inner strengths. The best magic, the you know, time tried and tested formula, which I would advocate, is leaning on your inner strengths. All of us have a lot of strengths, believe you me, we may not know it, but all of us have a lot of strengths. So when you see a situation that is not to your liking, just lean on your inner strengths. Take a deep breath and say today's no will be a yes tomorrow, and that is the courage that you must move ahead with anybody, irrespective of whether you are a woman or you are any person who is stepping into the corporate world. Just value yourself. Always Be confident. Wear the confidence. And that's the best accessory that you would have.   Michael Hingson ** 54:03 How would you define unstoppable mindset?   Shabnam Asthana ** 54:08 Unstoppable mindset is not something which is something which rises beyond limitations. And by limitations, I don't mean only individual limitations. It may be the limitations of the other people. Let that not define your limitation. Your the term unstoppable, to me, is a term which shows resilience. It shows something where you can fumble. It's very natural to fumble, to stumble, to fall down, to face challenges, to face, you know, rejections. It's very normal, but unstoppable is. Being able to get up again with greater strength, with a better mindset, more courageously, and more importantly, with an open heart, which says, Yes, I will do it. You cannot say you cannot. You know, sort of put me down in any way. My courage is there, my inner strength is there. I am unstoppable in that sense.   Michael Hingson ** 55:28 I think the most important thing that you just said is that you have to do it with an open heart. I think everyone should do that you may learn that your idea may not be the best solution, and it might be the best solution, but you won't know that until you truly have an open heart and an open mind.   Shabnam Asthana ** 55:46 Truly, yes, absolutely, an open heart, I would say, is really, really key. It's very, very important.   Michael Hingson ** 55:56 What keeps you motivated as you continue to advocate for adverse diversity and inclusion and equity and so on.   Shabnam Asthana ** 56:04 What keeps me motivated? Michael, are many things, but then what i If I could just zero down on a couple of them, I would say that what keeps me motivated is the trust that people had in me, and, you know, to give me certain jobs, roles, the trust that they had to sort of say, okay, you can do it. And then I did it. And the people, what keeps me motivated is something also very nice, which somebody came up to me at a recent conference in Germany, and they said, you know, the reason why I didn't give up is because of you. That is me, because I motivated them to do something, and that was your motivation for me, I was like, Okay, if I can motivate you, I too can stay motivated for a long, long time to come. And that's something which I do. I try to inspire and I try to inspire myself as well in the process.   Michael Hingson ** 57:07 Well, if you could leave everyone who is involved in hearing this podcast and so on today, if you could leave them with one powerful message about embracing diversity and so on. What would that message be?   Shabnam Asthana ** 57:23 Well, that message would be that whatever is happening today, if you feel that there is even a little bit of acceptability, that is because somebody else has worked towards it, so now it is your chance to give it back to society, to keep working, to keep opening doors for people, for a better tomorrow, for a more inclusive tomorrow. And diversity doesn't and inclusivity doesn't happen overnight. You have to work towards it. There is a it's the whole process, and you have to work towards it relentlessly. Continue working. Somebody else has worked. They have pushed you forward. They have done a whole lot of things. Now it's your turn to do your bit and ensure that the people who are coming after you come to a better tomorrow, a more inclusive tomorrow.   Michael Hingson ** 58:27 It also, by definition, means that we need to learn how to work with each other and support and help each other,   Shabnam Asthana ** 58:34 of course. And empathy. Empathy is the key, empathy, sensitivity, all that.   Michael Hingson ** 58:41 So if people would like to reach out to you, maybe use your company services or talk with you. How can they do that?   Shabnam Asthana ** 58:48 They could contact me. You can write to me at my email id, which is Shabnam, S, H, A, B n, a m, at empowered solutions, my company name, E, M, P, O, W, E, R, E, D, S, o, l, U, T, I O, N, S, dot, I n, that's my name. The emails will reach me. That's an inbox which you know I'm monitoring myself, and be sure that you will receive a reply. I'd love to hear from people, and I love to communicate. I love to write back. So very welcome.   Michael Hingson ** 59:30 And I would ask, just sort of on principle, if anyone reaches out to Shabnam, who has heard this podcast, please mention that, just so that she knows where you where you discovered her, and I think that would be a good thing to do. Well, I want to thank you for being here. I think this has been absolutely wonderful. I think we've learned a lot I have and I value the insights that you bring. So I hope that other people will take the. Those same insights away, there's there's a lot to learn here, and there's a lot to gain from this. So I want to thank you again for being here, and maybe we'll have to do this again in the future.   Shabnam Asthana ** 1:00:12 I'd love to do that. And Michael, I'd like to thank you for hosting this wonderful, wonderful show. I have seen your episodes. They are brilliant, and it's really nice. I was so looking forward to this. It's been an absolute pleasure to interact with you, and I hope that we'll be doing more of this in the near future.   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:35 Well, we'll have to explore that, and I want to thank all of you who are out there watching and listening. I want to thank you for being here. We appreciate you very much. Wherever you're listening or watching. Please give us a five star review. We value that very highly. We really would appreciate you saying good things about us. A five star review is always a wonderful thing. I'd like to hear from you as well. I'd like to hear what your thoughts are about this podcast. Feel free to email me at Michael M, I, C, H, A, E, L, H, I at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, i, b, e.com, love to hear from you. Love to hear your thoughts. We value them, and we take all the comments that we get from people very much to heart. So we appreciate you doing that. And if you know anyone else who ought to be a guest on our podcast, who you think ought to be a guest, let us know. Introduce us. Shabnam, that's also true for you, please. If you know anyone who ought to be a guest, we'd love to meet people and have them come on the podcast and also help us show how we're all more unstoppable than we think we are, or we thought we were. So once again, though, I want to thank you for being here. Shabnam, this has been wonderful. Thank you very much.   Shabnam Asthana ** 1:01:51 Thank you, Michael, thank you to all the listeners.   **Michael Hingson ** 1:01:59 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. To subscribe to our podcast and to learn about upcoming episodes, please visit www dot Michael hingson.com slash podcast. Michael Hingson is spelled m i c h a e l h i n g s o n. While you're on the site., please use the form there to recommend people who we ought to interview in upcoming editions of the show. And also, we ask you and urge you to invite your friends to join us in the future. If you know of any one or any organization needing a speaker for an event, please email me at speaker at Michael hingson.com. I appreciate it very much. To learn more about the concept of blinded by fear, please visit www dot Michael hingson.com forward slash blinded by fear and while you're there, feel free to pick up a copy of my free eBook entitled blinded by fear. The unstoppable mindset podcast is provided by access cast an initiative of accessiBe and is sponsored by accessiBe. Please visit www.accessibe.com . AccessiBe is spelled a c c e s s i b e. There you can learn all about how you can make your website inclusive for all persons with disabilities and how you can help make the internet fully inclusive by 2025. Thanks again for Listening. Please come back and visit us again next week.

Arpan Thapa is a popular Nepali actor and filmmaker known for pioneering realistic, character-driven cinema in Nepal since 2011. Trained at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Lab in Mumbai, he is among firsts to introduce method acting in Nepali films. Arpan has acted in over 30 films and directed around five, often exploring complex, morally grey characters and socially relevant themes like corruption, disability, and conflict.

 A NEW EPISODE OF THE FOOD COURT!  OUT TODAY! Phil's Favorites: Recipes from Friends and Family to Make at Home A Cookbook Hardcover • November 4, 2025 ORDER NOW ON AMAZON! The perfect holiday gift for any foodie!From the New York Times bestselling author and beloved host of Netflix's hit series Somebody Feed Phil, comes Phil Rosenthal's newest cookbook, a heartfelt celebration of food, family, and friendship.  Phil's Favorites brings you into Phil's kitchen with a collection of his most-loved recipes from family, friends, and world-class chefs. Inside you'll find: Monica's comforting Chicken Corn Soup Judy Gold's delicious Carrot Kugel Lily's Chocolate Chip Streusel Banana Bread Phil's own Classic Tuna Sandwich — simple perfection!Plus, recipes from top chefs and iconic restaurants like  Pizzeria Beddia in Philadelphia,  Daddy's Dogs in Nashville, and  The Bombay Canteen in Mumbai, all beautifully photographed and bursting with joy.  The book also features contributions from Phil's wife Monica Horan, his kids Lily and Ben, and his brother Richard Rosenthal, who even has his own chapter! We chat with Phil about his brand-new cookbook, his favorite recipes, and his daughter's wedding, including how they reinvented the wedding meal in the most Phil way possible! And speaking of favorites, we dive into Roland's top NYC pick: Edith's Brooklyn, the next generation of comfort food! Located at 64 Charles St. in Manhattan (open daily until 8 PM) and with another spot in Brooklyn, Edith's is a must-stop for anyone who loves tradition with a twist. RUN, don't walk, to Edith's! We also talk about Phil's newest spot, Max and Helen Diner at 127 N Larchmont Blvd, a collaboration with the brilliant Nancy Silverton, another must-visit! Don't miss Phil on tour, The Somebody Feed Phil Tour! Grab your tickets at PhilRosenthalWorld.com And of course, catch the latest season of Somebody Feed Phil, now streaming on Netflix! Phil's Favorites is more than a cookbook, it's a warm invitation to share meals, stories, and laughter with those you love most. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows, and don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! ️️️️️#edith #food #cook #newyork #westvillage #nashville #la

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJohn 14:27 — Evening Prayer for Peace, Calm, and Rest in a World of Uncertainty8 P.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Vancouver, from Mumbai to Oslo — bringing peace to hearts before the night begins.Scripture (NIV)“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” — John 14:27 (NIV)Show NotesAs the day settles and tomorrow begins to whisper, Jesus speaks a greater word: “My peace I give you.” Not the world's version of peace — temporary, fragile, and easily broken — but the peace that survives storms, news headlines, bad reports, and internal battles.This evening prayer is for every believer closing the day with uncertainty still unanswered — the bills unpaid, the doctor waiting, the phone silent, the future unclear. Peace is not the absence of trouble — it is the presence of Christ.From London to Vancouver, from Mumbai to Oslo, hearts are handing over the noise of the day and receiving the stillness of Jesus.Say it with faith: “What troubles me will not control me. Christ gives me peace.”10 Global Prayer Points Evening prayer for peace and calm Prayer for rest when the mind is unsettled Prayer for letting go of fear before sleep Prayer for peace in a troubled heart Prayer for trusting God with tomorrow Prayer for inner calm during uncertainty Prayer for anxiety relief at the end of the day Prayer for God's peace in stressful situations Prayer for spiritual rest and mental clarity Prayer for protection and peace through the nightLife ApplicationDon't go to sleep holding what God asked you to hand over. Peace arrives when surrender begins.DeclarationI will not fear. I will not worry. I receive the peace Jesus gives — and it guards my heart and mind.Call to ActionShare this 8 p.m. prayer with someone who needs peace tonight. Support this listener-funded ministry at BuyMeACoffee.com/DailyPrayerUK and help us send prayer across every time zone. Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for more 5-minute global prayers with Reverend Ben Cooper.John1427, EveningPrayer, PrayerForPeace, PeaceInChrist, DailyPrayerPodcast, ReverendBenCooper, GlobalPrayerMovement, CalmMyHeartLord, ChristianDevotional, DailyPrayerUKSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!What if the real difference between a stagnant coaching career and an elite one isn't a new certificate, but how you learn, coach, and connect? We sit down with Arjun, a Mumbai-based strength and conditioning coach working with Olympians and top prospects, to unpack the real substance of S&C—far beyond “weights inside, conditioning outside.” From injury prevention and periodization to testing, data, and tailored communication, he shows how the job blends science with coaching art.Arjun shares his path from a college gym in Pune to advanced study in exercise physiology and S&C in the UK, including a COVID-era pivot into entrepreneurship and a grind of multi-role coaching across universities, clubs, and cricket. He reveals practical lessons from programming under tight competition calendars, microdosing training to maintain adaptations, and coaching different personalities—youth athletes who need play and cues, pros who need precision and trust, and general population clients who need pain management, mobility, and strong foundations.For coaches in India—and anywhere—Arjun lays out a clear roadmap: get the right education to reach the door, then accumulate real coaching hours to open it. Replace outcome-chasing with process, and make LinkedIn your professional arena for value-first networking. Share problems you've solved, follow up with what you learned, and become the person people remember when roles open. We close on his north star: contributing to India's next Olympic medal by being part of the team behind the podium. If you're ready to move from certificate collector to trusted coach, this conversation gives you the blueprint.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a coach who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find these stories. What's the next skill you'll build this month?Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: Show Up Fitness CPT TikTok: Show Up Fitness CPT Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8NASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com/collections/nasm

Suid-Afrika se kaptein, Laura Wolvaardt, sê sy is baie trots op die span se vertoning in die Eendagreeks-Wêreldbeker vir vroue. Wolvaardt se onverskrokke 101 was egter verniet en die Protea-vroue het met 52 lopies teen Indië verloor in die eindstryd in Mumbai. Die Indiese vrouespan het met hul derde poging geseëvier nadat hulle in 2005 en 2017 naaswenners was. Wolvaardt sê dis nie lekker om aan die verloorkant te wees nie, maar sy is vol vertroue die ervaring sal die span sterker maak:

South African cricket fans felt a familiar sting of heartbreak on Sunday as the Proteas Women gave their all in a fierce World Cup final clash against India in Mumbai, ultimately falling short by 52 runs. Though the dream slipped away, the Proteas Women walked off the field with pride - not as defeated players, but as warriors who proved, once again, that South African cricket has the heart, talent, and tenacity to stand among the best in the world. Nick Tatham takes us through the ins and outs of the game!

"Fermentation is inherent to human survival" - Kenji Morimoto In this episode of Three Food Memories, you'll meet the king of fermentation - Kenji Morimoto. On Kenji's menu is: Ozoni at New Year, Potluck at the Temple, and kimchi in Mumbai. On the side are share plates of Buddhism, what it's like being fourth-generation Japanese-American, the nuances of how intergenerational trauma plays out in food, and how you can make fruit mince pies into miso!! Kenji's social cause is building and maintaining community and memory through the lens of food and fermentation. You can grab his book Ferment, online or in book stores now!! Send us a textTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavas @threefoodmemoriesEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you! TFM is produced and edited by Lauren McWhirter with original music by Russell Torrance.

Send us your feedback — we're listening12 P.M. ReleasePsalm 91:1–2 — Prayer for Healing, Protection, and God's Covering in Every Battle of Life12 P.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Sydney, from Mumbai to Berlin, from Lagos to Helsinki — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope.Scripture (NIV)“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'” — Psalm 91:1–2 (NIV)Show NotesPsalm 91 is God's promise of healing, covering, and supernatural protection. This is not a hope — it is a covenant. When the world is unsure, God is still a refuge. When sickness rises, God is still a healer. When danger threatens, God is still a shield. The safest place is not a location — it is His presence.Across the world — from India to Germany, from Australia to Nigeria — believers are praying this scripture over their families, health, homes, marriages, bodies, and futures. This prayer is for anyone who needs God's covering in a world filled with uncertainty, illness, fear, and spiritual warfare.Let this be your confession today: “Lord, You are my fortress. Cover me. Heal me. Keep me under Your shadow.”10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for healing from sickness and disease Prayer for God's protection over my family Prayer for physical healing and strength Prayer for protection from evil and danger Prayer for healing of the mind and emotions Prayer for protection during spiritual attack Prayer for healing in the name of Jesus Prayer for God's covering over my home Prayer for restoration of health and wholeness Prayer for protection and peace in uncertain timesLife ApplicationProtection is activated by trust and proximity. Stay close to God and His covering remains over you.DeclarationGod is my refuge and my healer. I am covered, I am protected, I am restored in Jesus' name.Call to ActionShare this Prayer for Healing and Protection with someone who needs God's covering today. Support this listener-funded ministry at BuyMeACoffee.com/DailyPrayer. Send your prayer requests to info@dailyprayer.uk — your battles are not fought alone.Psalm91, PrayerForHealing, PrayerForProtection, CoveredByGod, DailyPrayerPodcast, HealingInJesusName, ReverendBenCoopSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

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Ed Sheeran BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Ed Sheeran has once again proven his mastery of both music and pop culture headlines in the past week. On Halloween, fans were left doing double takes as Ed unveiled an astonishing costume transformation into Pennywise from Stephen Kings It. According to Parade, the singer documented this unforgettable metamorphosis on Instagram, sharing every step as he navigated cafes, bars, and the rainy streets of Brooklyn with his signature red balloon, thoroughly delighting—and terrifying—fans. The vivid Pennywise look with detailed hair and makeup sparked a flood of raves in the comments, confirming that, even offstage, Ed knows how to command the spotlight.Elsewhere, anticipation is mounting for a new Netflix exclusive event. IMDB broke the story of One Shot with Ed Sheeran, a musical experience directed by Emmy-winner Philip Barantini and set to debut on November 21. The special promises to follow Ed through New York City as he delivers impromptu performances in his trademark single-take style, fusing documentary realism with live music. Industry insiders suggest this project could signal a new chapter in Sheerans relationship with streaming and visual storytelling, reflecting his expanding creative ambitions.In the concert world, Shazam and multiple international outlets have charted a near-continuous run of arena and stadium dates for Sheeran stretching into late 2026, including stops at Madison Square Garden and Allegiant Stadium. India is preparing for the ultimate Ed Sheeran experience as he dusts off his loop pedal for a six-city tour across the subcontinent in early 2025, as reported by IANS and BookMyShow. The buzz is that these shows will strip back production for an up-close showcase of Eds songwriting and onstage charisma, building upon the afterglow of his sold-out Mumbai show earlier this year.Fans will also see a cross-cultural twist soon. CelebMix revealed that Ed has teamed up with Jonita for a fresh and global version of his track Heaven, a move expected to reach diverse charts and audiences in the next cycle.On the awards front, Ed was a featured performer at the NRJ Music Awards in Cannes on October 31, where he and girl group Katseye were highlighted for their respective international hits, further cementing his status as a fixture at major musical events, according to Sortir à Paris.No major controversies or negative press have surfaced in the past few days, only increasing anticipation for what Ed Sheeran might surprise the world with next.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

On fermentation king Kenji Morimoto's menu: Ozoni at New Year, Potluck at the Temple, and kimchi in MumbaiIf you liked this - make sure you catch the full episode, out tomorrow! (and tell your friends to listen too!)Send us a textTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavas @threefoodmemoriesEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you! TFM is produced and edited by Lauren McWhirter with original music by Russell Torrance.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPhilippians 4:13 — Daily Prayer for Courage, Faith, and Rising Above Fear Through Christ's Strength3 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Manila, from Johannesburg to Chicago, from Berlin to Mumbai — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope.

Send us a textA single moment split his life in two: before the heart attack and after the surgery. What followed wasn't a retreat into caution but a deliberate climb from base zero, two minutes at a time, toward a finish line he couldn't yet see. We sit down with Dhananjay Yellurkar to unpack how a non-athlete became a seven-continent marathoner by swapping fear for disciplined patience and trading shortcuts for rituals that actually work.We explore the early days of cardiac rehab, where trust in the body had to be earned slowly and safely. Dhananjay shares how he used heart-rate caps, weekly check-ins, and incremental mileage to rebuild confidence without recklessness. The first unsupported run at dawn, no nurses, no machines, brought fragility into focus, but community and a supportive partner kept the plan intact. Within six months, he crossed a half marathon finish line. Less than a year later, he trained methodically for the New York City Marathon with a 20-week plan, pre-dawn long runs through Mumbai heat and monsoon, and a commitment to show up at work as if the miles didn't exist.The conversation moves beyond running. We connect endurance training to life: focus over frenzy, consistency over novelty, depth over dabbling. Dhananjay's simple system- sleep by ten, wake at five, mostly home-cooked food, hydration, portion control, light strength work, and four weekly runs-became a durable identity. He explains how mindset and preparation carried him through extremes like Antarctica and the Big Five Marathon, where flexibility and pacing trumped ego. We also open his 'emotional first aid box,' a small toolkit of music and pet memories that restores calm when motivation thins, and we frame recovery as trauma-informed rather than trauma-driven.If you're rebuilding after a setback, or just trying to create a steadier life, this story offers a blueprint: start from your real baseline, go slowly, respect the data, and let consistency do the heavy lifting. Subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs hope, and leave a review telling us the one habit you'll commit to this week.Follow on Instagram @detangle_by_kinjal

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Kurt-Lee Arendse were the shining stars as the Springboks thrashed Japan 61-7 in their clash at Wembley Stadium in London, on Saturday. The Boks now move on to to Paris for a showdown with France next week at the Stade de France. Meanwhile in cricket, after a month of action and 30 fierce contests, it all boils down to the biggest one of all: Sunday's Women's World Cup final. The Proteas Women take on tournament hosts India in their first World Cup final with a new world champion set to be crowned after the blockbuster clash. South Africa overpowered England while India beat defending champions Australia to reach the summit encounter. The final will be played THIS MORNING at the 45 300 seater Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium starting at 11:30. Elvis Presslin spoke to SABC sports reporter, Simon Burke.

Anyone who lives in a city in India knows there are pigeons everywhere – on the balconies of buildings, roosting on rooftops, nesting in air-conditioners, and gathering in open spaces. Recently, pigeons have found their way into the news too – the Maharashtra government's order to shutdown 51 kabutarkhanas in Mumbai has stirred up a controversy. While the government has cited health hazards arising from pigeon droppings and feathers, some communities have maintained that pigeon feeding is a daily act of compassion. Residents have clashed with the police, the Bombay High Court has gotten involved, and a committee of experts is to study the issue.So what exactly are the health hazards associated with pigeons? Whose health is being affected and how? And what is the way forward?  Guest: Dr Lancelot Pinto, a pulmonologist and epidemiologist based at P.D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mumbai Host: Zubeda Hamid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Við förum langa leið í Fram og til baka dagsins því þátturinn sveiflast úr Efstaleitinu til Mumbai á Indlandi. Gestur dagsins í fimmunni er sviðslistamaðurinn og söngvarinn Álfgrímur Aðalsteinsson sem hefur vakið athygli fyrir tónlist sína og viðveru á samfélagsmiðlum. Hann ræðir fimm leiksýningar og líf sitt í skemmtilegri fimmu. Síðari hlutinn kemur frá Mumbai þar sem Felix dvelur þessa dagana við leik og störf. Við fræðumst um borgina og það samfélag sem mætir norrænum og löðursveittum umsjónarmanni

This episode of Fill the Gap features Sunil Garg, CMT, Chief Investment Officer at Lighthouse Canton in Dubai. Sunil discusses the integration of technical and fundamental analysis in global markets, with a particular focus on the current AI-driven bubble and the evolving financial landscape in the UAE and emerging markets. The conversation highlights how price action often leads fundamentals, the importance of humility in forecasting, and the need to adapt analytical tools to different market regimes. He also emphasizes that while bubbles can present opportunities, investors must remain vigilant for signals—such as earnings misses or changes in market breadth—that could indicate a shift in market conditions.Fill the Gap, hosted by David Lundgren, CMT, CFA and Tyler Wood, CMT brings veteran market analysts and money managers onto a monthly podcast. For complete show notes of every episode, visit: https://cmtassociation.org/development/podcasts/ Give us a shout:@dlundgren3333 or https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lundgren-cmt-cfa-63b73b/@_TBone_Pickens or https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-wood-cmt-b8b0902/@CMTAssociation orhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/cmtassociationCMT Association is the global credentialing authority committed to advancing the discipline of technical analysis in the financial services industry. We serve members in over 137 countries. Our mission is to elevate investors mastery and skill in mitigating market risk and maximizing return in capital markets through a rigorous credentialing process, professional ethics, and continuous education. CMT Association formed in the late 1960s with headquarters in lower Manhattan, NY and Mumbai, India.Learn more at: www.cmtassociation.org

In this episode of Fill the Gap, JC O'Hara, CMT shares his journey from college to becoming Chief Technical Strategist at Roth Capital Partners, emphasizing the importance of combining technical and fundamental analysis for effective market strategy. He discusses lessons learned from surviving major financial crises, the value of timing in investing, and how understanding market participants' behavior—such as hedge funds and mutual funds—can provide deeper insights into market trends. The conversation also covers current market conditions, the role of liquidity and credit spreads, and highlights opportunities in emerging sectors like small-cap technology and healthcare, stressing the need for adaptability and continuous learning.Fill the Gap, hosted by David Lundgren, CMT, CFA and Tyler Wood, CMT brings veteran market analysts and money managers onto a monthly podcast. For complete show notes of every episode, visit: https://cmtassociation.org/development/podcasts/ Give us a shout:@dlundgren3333 or https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lundgren-cmt-cfa-63b73b/@_TBone_Pickens or https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-wood-cmt-b8b0902/@CMTAssociation orhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/cmtassociationCMT Association is the global credentialing authority committed to advancing the discipline of technical analysis in the financial services industry. We serve members in over 137 countries. Our mission is to elevate investors mastery and skill in mitigating market risk and maximizing return in capital markets through a rigorous credentialing process, professional ethics, and continuous education. CMT Association formed in the late 1960s with headquarters in lower Manhattan, NY and Mumbai, India.Learn more at: www.cmtassociation.org

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the biggest stories shaping India's tech and startup scene. Lenskart's IPO dazzles with full subscription on Day 1, Sauce VC stirs up an $80 million fund for homegrown consumer brands, and Mumbai's AI Film Festival draws Bollywood's brightest. Plus, Apple's record-breaking India quarter, powered by booming iPhone 17 sales and expanding local manufacturing.

Hazy skies persist but Delhi AQI improves slightly, still ‘poor'; cloud seeding on hold Prince Andrew stripped of royal title, evicted from his residence Vague, exaggerated: Maharashtra government on Mumbai hostage-taker's dues claim Jemimah Rodrigues ‘cried every day through World Cup, fought anxiety as tears flow endlessly: ‘Last year, I was dropped' Biggest box office clash of 2026 has ₹700 crore at stake; Ajay Devgn, Ranbir, Yash, Vicky Kaushal, Adivi Sesh collide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it really mean to be creative — not just in art, but in leadership, business, and life? In this conversation, Fredrik Härén, The Creativity Explorer, shares insights from 25 years of traveling across 75 countries to study how different cultures unlock ideas. From the slums of Mumbai to the watchmakers of Switzerland, Fredrik reveals how creativity connects us all — and how you can rediscover your own creative spark to lead and live with imagination.

Rebekah and Lauren interview Reshma Chattaram Chamberlin, co-founder of Summersalt, a global swimwear brand. Reshma shares her journey from Mumbai to St. Louis, highlighting her eventual love for the city. She emphasizes the strong sense of community in St. Louis, particularly in the Central West End, and how motherhood has deepened her connections. Reshma discusses Summersalt''s mission to inspire body confidence and childlike joy, noting the brand's significant growth, and reaching over a million women. You can learn more about Summersalt by going to their website!Reshma Chattaram Chamberlin is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand and Digital Officer of Summersalt, a generation-defining lifestyle brand known for its data-backed fit and designer quality products without the designer price tag. In 2020, Fast Company named Summersalt one of the 10 Most Innovative Style Companies of the Year. Reshma and her Co-founder Lori Coulter launched Summersalt to change the conversation around swimwear and address a true market gap by creating designer swimwear without the designer price tag. Summersalt's product is data-backed with 1.5 million measurements taken from 10,000 women's body scans. From day one, Summersalt knew it wouldn't stop at swimwear. The first challenge was to transform the swimwear shopping experience from being intimidating and vulnerable to fun and empowering. Quickly, Summersalt expanded to include adventure-friendly essentials that help make every aspect of a woman's wardrobe more joyful and comfortable—from sleepwear to intimates to activewear. Named one of the Top 100 Upstarts in the world by CNBC, the brand has seen exceptional growth and consumer adoption, garnering praise from leading outlets including Vogue, Elle, CNN and Forbes.  Prior to co-founding Summersalt, Reshma spent 10+ years in brand building, user experience design, digital marketing, and strategy, for early entrants in the direct-to-consumer revolution. She previously ran a successful business design strategy firm, where she was an early advocate for design thinking at the foundation of any business, as a key unfair advantage. Reshma is passionate about keeping thoughtful practices at the heart of Summersalt, and is constantly championing sustainability. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from Principia College. Reshma sits on the board of Forest Park Forever in St. Louis, where she works on community relations and driving diversity and inclusion practices for the largest city park in the country. In her free time, she enjoys living out one of Summersalt's core values by traveling the world with her husband.We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by STL Bucketlist Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. 

This week, Monika breaks down the sweeping changes in the National Pension System (NPS) that came into effect from October 1, 2025, and what they mean for investors planning their retirement. The revamped NPS now offers a more flexible and competitive alternative to mutual funds and insurance plans. Monika explains how, for years, the NPS remained a rigid, low-cost product built for simplicity — but one that often left investors frustrated with limited fund choices, compulsory annuity rules, and clunky access. The latest reforms mark a turning point, aiming to make NPS more adaptable and investor-friendly.Monika highlights the key updates that have transformed the product: investors can now allocate up to 100% in equities, choose multiple schemes within each asset class, and benefit from new fund options tailored to different risk profiles. With a modest increase in fund management costs and upcoming plans to relax the 40% annuity lock, the NPS may soon evolve into a strong, low-cost retirement vehicle. However, Monika cautions that while the direction of reform is promising, existing investors should evaluate the changes carefully and new investors might do well to wait until the new schemes show a track record.In listener questions, Sonal from Mumbai seeks advice on investing her retirement corpus to generate regular income, Mainak writes about evaluating his bank's “free” wealth management services and the hidden risks involved, and Aniket from Bengaluru asks how best to invest a small amount received as a gift for his newborn's future.Chapters:(00:00 – 00:00) The New NPS: What's Changed and Why It Matters(00:00 – 00:00) Should You Switch or Stay: Understanding the New Options(00:00 – 00:00) Investing Your Retirement Benefits Wisely(00:00 – 00:00) The Hidden Cost of “Free” Wealth Management(00:00 – 00:00) Building a Baby Fund the Smart WayIf you have financial questions that you'd like answers for, please email us at ⁠mailme@monikahalan.com⁠ Monika's book on basic money management⁠⁠https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-money-english/⁠⁠Monika's book on mutual funds⁠https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-mutual-funds/⁠Monika's workbook on recording your financial life⁠⁠https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-legacy/⁠⁠Calculators⁠⁠https://investor.sebi.gov.in/calculators/index.html⁠⁠You can find Monika on her social media @monikahalan. Twitter ⁠⁠@MonikaHalan⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠@MonikaHalan⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠@MonikaHalan⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠@MonikaHalan⁠Production House: ⁠www.inoutcreatives.com⁠Production Assistant:⁠ Anshika Gogoi⁠

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Haz tus maletas y prepárate para un escalofriante recorrido global por lugares como La Casa de los Tubos en Monterrey, el Caserón de Afonso Sardinha en Brasil, la Finca Maldita en Valencia, la Sathorn Unique Tower en Bangkok, las Grand Paradi Towers en Mumbai y la enigmática Casa de la Papa en Indonesia, desvelando leyendas, tragedias y fenómenos inexplicables que te harán cuestionar la realidad y te mantendrán al borde del asiento. También puedes escucharnos en Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music o tu app de podcasts favorita. Apóyanos en Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leyendaspodcast Apóyanos en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/leyendaslegendarias/join Visita nuestra página para ver contenido extra: www.leyendaslegendarias.com Síguenos: https://instagram.com/leyendaspodcast https://twitter.com/leyendaspodcast https://facebook.com/leyendaspodcast #Podcast #LeyendasLegendarias

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Pradyumna J. Oak. Dr. Oak is a Senior Neurologist and Director of Neurology at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai. His extensive experience in stroke management and neurocritical care makes him a perfect expert to speak on brain stroke. Vikas & Dr. Oak discussed causes, diagnosis, risk factors, important tests, and primary and secondary prevention.Here are some key takeaways: Blockages in blood vessels supplying blood to the brain may lead to a brain stroke. It is different from a heart attack or cardiac arrest.Diabetes, hypertension, Obesity, smoking, and use of tobacco are the major risk factors that contribute to a brain stroke.Statins may help stabilize the plaque and reduce LDL cholesterol levels.Brain stroke can happen due to occlusion (blockage) in arteries or hemorrhage(rupture) of blood vessels. A person experiencing a Transient Ischemic Attack might have difficulty speaking. Unfortunately, in the symptoms of a brain stroke, there is no pain. Running and other endurance activities may help condition your heart and even keep your baseline heart rate in check.A well planned workout program is helpful in mitigation of similar issues including a condition such as brain stroke.About Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!

Maternal and child health thrive with the right support. For over two decades, Dr. Manisha Gogri has combined her expertise as a medical doctor and IBCLC to guide families through pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. She pioneered one of Mumbai's first pregnancy fitness programs and led lactation initiatives across India. She approaches care with a whole-person perspective. In this episode, Katie Oshita talks with Dr. Gogri about her journey and passion for empowering mothers and babies. Podcast Guest: Dr. Manisha Gogri is an experienced medical doctor (M.B.B.S.) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), with over two decades of work in maternal and child health. After earning her degree from Seth G.S. Medical College and K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai, she pursued further certifications in childbirth education, prenatal and postnatal fitness, hypnobirthing, and waterbirth. She pioneered one of Mumbai's first pregnancy education and fitness programs, FIT FOR BIRTH, and has been a leader in lactation support, serving as Secretary for BPNI Maharashtra, volunteering with La Leche League International, and training healthcare professionals across India. Dr. Gogri has worked at several leading hospitals, runs her own lactation clinic in Powai, and supports families globally through virtual consultations and collaborations with organizations like Cleo and Luke Coutinho's Pregnancy Care Program.A dedicated educator and advocate, Dr. Gogri has authored textbook chapters, contributed to magazines, and presented at international conferences. She is passionate about advancing breastfeeding medicine, currently pursuing specialized training and leading workshops on issues like tongue tie and relactation. Her personal experience includes exclusively breastfeeding her two sons for a total of 5.5 years. In recognition of her significant contributions, she received the prestigious Dr. N. B. Kumta Award in August 2025.Podcast Host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 25 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine.  While Katie sees clients locally in western WA, Katie is also a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs.  Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially when related to tongue tie or low supply.  Katie is also passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms, using Functional Medicine practices to help client not just survive, but truly thrive. Email katie@cuddlesandmilk.com or www.cuddlesandmilk.com  

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Lighting Up New Beginnings: Arijun's Diwali Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-28-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: चिलचिलाती धूप में चमकता हुआ छत्रपति शिवाजी अंतरराष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डा अपनी रंगीन रांगोली से सज चुका था।En: In the blazing sunlight, the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport was adorned with its colorful rangoli.Hi: हवाई अड्डे में हलचल और जोश का माहौल था।En: The atmosphere at the airport was bustling and full of excitement.Hi: सभी यात्री बड़ी बेसब्री से दीवाली मनाने की तैयारी कर रहे थे।En: All the travelers were eagerly preparing to celebrate Diwali.Hi: चारों तरफ मिठाई और भुजिया की खुशबू हवा में तैर रही थी।En: The aroma of sweets and bhujia was floating in the air.Hi: अरिजुन और उसके दोस्त रोहन अभी-अभी हवाई अड्डे पर पहुंचे थे।En: Arijun and his friend Rohan had just arrived at the airport.Hi: अरिजुन काफी उत्साहित था क्योंकि यह उसका पहला स्कूल एक्सचेंज प्रोग्राम था।En: Arijun was quite thrilled because it was his first school exchange program.Hi: वह भारत में दीवाली का त्यौहार पूरी तरह से अनुभव करना चाहता था।En: He wanted to fully experience the Diwali festival in India.Hi: दूसरी ओर, रोहन थोड़ा चिंतित था।En: On the other hand, Rohan was a bit worried.Hi: उसे डर था कि अरिजुन को घर की याद आ सकती है।En: He was afraid Arijun might feel homesick.Hi: जैसे ही अरिजुन विमान से बाहर निकला, उसने देखा कि वहाँ एक बोर्ड के साथ एक लड़की खड़ी थी जिस पर लिखा था "स्वागत है, अरिजुन!En: As soon as Arijun stepped out of the plane, he saw a girl standing with a sign that read, "Welcome, Arijun!"Hi: " यह प्रिय थी - मुंबई के उनके साझेदारी स्कूल की छात्रा।En: It was Priya - a student from their partner school in Mumbai.Hi: प्रिय हंसते हुए बोली, "स्वागत है, अरिजुन!En: Smiling, Priya said, "Welcome, Arijun!Hi: तैयार हो तुम दीवाली की मस्ती के लिए?En: Are you ready for the Diwali fun?"Hi: " अरिजुन ने मुस्कुराते हुए सिर हिलाया और कहा, "हाँ, बिल्कुल तैयार हूँ।En: Arijun nodded with a smile and said, "Yes, absolutely ready."Hi: "जहाँ एक ओर हर कोई दीवाली की रौनक में डूबा था, वहीं प्रिय ने अरिजुन को मुंबई के विशेष स्थान दिखाने का मन बना लिया।En: While everyone was immersed in the Diwali festivities, Priya decided to show Arijun some special places in Mumbai.Hi: उसने अरिजुन को मुंबई के चाय स्टॉल पर चाय पिलाई जहां आमतौर पर भीड़ होती है।En: She took Arijun to a tea stall in Mumbai, usually crowded.Hi: चाय की चुस्कियाँ लेते हुए प्रिय ने उसे दियों और दीपों से सजा हुआ बाज़ार दिखाया।En: Sipping tea, Priya showed him the markets decorated with diyas and lamps.Hi: ‌अरिजुन को यह सब बहुत आकर्षक लगा।En: Arijun found it all very captivating.Hi: फिर, दीवाली की रात आई।En: Then came the night of Diwali.Hi: प्रिय के परिवार में सभी तैयारी में जुट गए।En: Everyone in Priya's family was busy with preparations.Hi: हर ओर रोशनी और खुशियों का माहौल था।En: The atmosphere was filled with light and joy.Hi: अचानक प्रिय ने अरिजुन से कहा, "चलो, थोड़ी नाच-गाना हो जाए।En: Suddenly, Priya said to Arijun, "Come on, let's have some dancing and singing."Hi: " पहले तो अरिजुन थोड़ा संकोच कर रहा था, परंतु प्रिय के परिवार के सभी सदस्यों ने उसे प्रोत्साहित किया।En: Initially, Arijun was a bit hesitant, but with encouragement from all of Priya's family members, he joined in.Hi: फिर क्या था, अरिजुन ने भी उनके साथ ठुमके लगाए और वह दीवाली की रंगत में पूरी तरह डूब गया।En: And then, Arijun danced along with them, completely immersing himself in the spirit of Diwali.Hi: यह देखकर प्रिय मुस्कुराई और बोली, "देखा, कितना मजा आया!En: Seeing this, Priya smiled and said, "See, wasn't it fun?"Hi: " अरिजुन ने कहा, "हाँ, सच में!En: Arijun replied, "Yes, indeed!Hi: यह अनुभव अविस्मरणीय है।En: This experience is unforgettable."Hi: " इस पल ने अरिजुन को सिखाया कि नये अनुभवों को अपनाना कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।En: This moment taught Arijun how important it is to embrace new experiences.Hi: दीवाली के बाद, अरिजुन ने रोहन को फोन किया।En: After Diwali, Arijun called Rohan.Hi: उसने अपने दोस्त को सारी बातें बताईं।En: He shared everything with his friend.Hi: रोहन ने कहा, "मैंने तुम पर भरोसा किया था और तुमने मुझे गर्वित किया।En: Rohan said, "I trusted you, and you made me proud."Hi: "अपनी यात्रा के अंत में, अरिजुन को महसूस हुआ कि उसने सिर्फ एक त्यौहार नहीं, बल्कि एक नई संस्कृति को अपनाया।En: By the end of his trip, Arijun realized he had not just celebrated a festival but embraced a new culture.Hi: उसने इससे आत्मविश्वास और बदलाव को गले लगाना सीखा।En: He learned to embrace confidence and change.Hi: ऐसे ही उसने इस अनुभव को अपनी यादों में हमेशा के लिए संजो लिया।En: He cherished this experience in his memories forever. Vocabulary Words:blazing: चिलचिलातीadorned: सज चुका थाbustling: हलचलeagerly: बड़ी बेसब्री सेaroma: खुशबूexchange program: एक्सचेंज प्रोग्रामworried: चिंतितhomesick: घर की यादimmerse: डूबाcaptivating: आकर्षकfestivities: रौनकhesitant: संकोचencouragement: प्रोत्साहितspirit: रंगतunforgettable: अविस्मरणीयembrace: अपनानाconfidence: आत्मविश्वासcherished: संजो लियाexchange: साझेदारीprepared: तैयारीlight: रोशनीjoy: खुशियोंstalls: स्टॉलdecorated: सजा हुआencounter: मुलाकातpartner: साझेदारीinitially: पहलेencouraged: प्रोत्साहितtrust: भरोसाproud: गर्वित

We're proud to share with you our first podcast with a street dancer. Get to know Imaganimatrix, India's first certified Memphis Jookin practitioner! Imaganimatrix came into our world through Quentin Hiatus when he commissioned these two incredible videos to help us promote our release with him this summer.We were so inspired by his moves and his gravity defying art, we called him up to find out about his journey and how a kid from the east got so inspired by a style from the west.We left knowing so much more. This is a unique story of an artist who is fusing his own path and style between two highly expressive worlds that are thousands of kilometres awway in reality but maybe not so far away physically, creatively and soulfully. Get to know! Visit https://1-more-thing.co.uk/ for more information on this podcast and other similar content. Like what you're hearing and want to support it? Subscribe on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/1_more_thing

In the third episode of our Mumbai series, we sit down with actress Vedika Pinto, widely recognised as “that girl from that music video”, the iconic Liggi by Ritviz. You might remember her gallivanting through a haveli in a bridal lehenga, the morning after her wedding, while her new husband lay asleep. In just a few minutes of screen time, her effortless charisma and presence made many, myself included, instant fans, eager to see more of her on screen.Fast forward seven years, Vedika has just starred in Anurag Kashyap's latest film 'Nishaanchi', where she plays the sassy and charismatic Rinku. When we recorded this conversation earlier in the year, she couldn't reveal much about the project, but the film is now out in the world for you to watch.As a self-proclaimed daydreamer, Vedika may come across as easygoing, but beneath that calm exterior lies a clear sense of how she wants her audience to feel when they watch her perform on the big screen.This heartwarming conversation about girlhood, self-discovery, grounding and ambition is one for anyone navigating their twenties and beyond. Recorded just as both of us returned from big trips that shifted our perspectives, it's a gentle reminder that dreaming, reflecting, and daring to do the thing all matter just as much as the final product.Vedika's necklace and Mitali's earrings are by Arvino. Find them on:Website: https://arvino.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arvino_co/Find Vedika on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedikapinto/To be the first to get updates on new episodes, please do give us a subscribe or follow!

This MBM conversation is with Nadira Khatun, author of the book ‘Postcolonial Bollywood and Muslim Identity: Production, Representation, and Reception'. Through this book, Nadira traces the representation of Muslim characters within Hindi cinema in post-partition India, and how the socio-political and economic factors have contributed to varied representations across decades.We discuss the influence of Bollywood on our own personal upbringings, how cinematic representations contributed to the majoritarian perceptions of the Muslim identity and its interactions with us. From films like Mughal-e-Azam and Mammo to Gully Boy and Superboys of Malegaon, we talk about the evolution of Muslim characters and what would it take to make a movie with a truly effortless Muslim representation that does not fulfil any expectation or stereotype.We also discuss the many failings of Hindi film-makers in representing Muslim women - who were either exoticised or oppressed, leaving us with the hope that there is a whole world to cover when it comes to exciting possibilities in the space of truly bebaak representations.About Nadira KhatunNadira Khatun is associate professor at School of Communications, XIM University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. She was visiting assistant professor at McMaster University, Hamilton from January 2021 to January 2022. She has contributed to academic journals and edited volumes on social media, Bollywood and Muslim identity. Her book tilted, Postcolonial Bollywood and Muslim Identity: Production, Representation, and Reception was released in August 2024 with Oxford University Press, UK. Email address of corresponding author: nadira.khatun@gmail.comEpisode notes:* ‘Exoticised, alienised, villainised': A book looks at how Muslims have been portrayed in Hindi films (Nandini Ramnath, Scroll, June 2025)* Ghettoisation, Crime and Punishment in Mumbai (Abdul Shaban, Economic and Political Weekly, 2008)* Jain, Ranu, and Shaban, Abdul (1999). Socio Economic and Educational Status of Muslims in Mumbai. A Research Report, Submitted to the Maharashtra State Minorities Commission. Mumbai: Government of Maharashtra.* Bombay Cinema's Islamicate Histories (Edited by Ira Bhaskar and Richard Allen, The University of Chicago Press, 2021)* To Be Seen Whole: Blackness, Muslimness, and the Politics of Art (Topibechwa's Substack, May 2025)* Links to certain films discussed in the conversation:* Mammo (1994)* Garm Hava (1974)* Mughal-e-Azam (1960)* Umrao Jaan (1981)* Pakeezah (1972)* Bebaak (2018)* Dhadak 2 (2025)* Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro (1989)* Gully Boy (2019)* Darlings (2022)* Superboys of Malegaon (2024)* Supermen of Malegaon (2008)* Jawan (2023)* Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)* Coolie (1983)MBM visual identity design by Shazia Salam || Music by Jupneet Singh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.mainbhimuslim.com

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Canvas to Column: Unexpected Collaborations at Diwali Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-25-22-34-01-hi Story Transcript:Hi: मुंबई में विख्यात आर्ट म्यूजियम की दीवारें कला के रंगों से सजी थीं।En: The walls of the famous art museum in Mumbai were adorned with the colors of art.Hi: शरद ऋतु की खुशनुमा शाम थी और दीपावली का पर्व आने वाला था।En: It was a pleasant evening of autumn, and the festival of Diwali was approaching.Hi: म्यूजियम को दीयों और रंग-बिरंगे कपड़ों से सजाया गया था।En: The museum was decorated with lamps and colorful fabrics.Hi: हल्की-हल्की गूंजती हुई आवाजें और पैर की आहट ने वहां के वातावरण को शांत और चिंतनशील बना रखा था।En: The lightly echoing voices and footsteps made the atmosphere calm and contemplative.Hi: आरोह, एक संघर्ष करता हुआ कलाकार, म्यूजियम में नए विचार खोजने आया था।En: Aaroh, a struggling artist, had come to the museum to seek new ideas.Hi: उसे एक नई सीरीज की पेंटिंग्स के लिए प्रेरणा चाहिए थी।En: He needed inspiration for a new series of paintings.Hi: वहीं, नेहा, एक कला पत्रकार, इस प्रदर्शनी के लिए एक अद्वितीय लेख लिखने की खोज में थी जो उसके करियर को नई ऊंचाइयों तक ले जा सके।En: Meanwhile, Neha, an art journalist, was in search of writing a unique article for this exhibition that could take her career to new heights.Hi: रोहन, उनका आपसी मित्र, अनजाने में उनकी यात्रा का सांझा सूत्र बन गया।En: Rohan, their mutual friend, unknowingly became the common thread of their journey.Hi: म्यूजियम के केंद्र में एक आकर्षक प्रदर्शनी थी, जहां पुराने और आधुनिक कला के नमूने मुकुलित हो रहे थे।En: At the center of the museum, there was an attractive exhibition where samples of old and modern art were flourishing.Hi: आरोह का ध्यान एक विशेष चित्र पर अटक गया, जबकि नेहा कलाकारों और आगंतुकों के साक्षात्कार लेने में व्यस्त थी।En: Aaroh was captivated by a particular painting, while Neha was busy interviewing artists and visitors.Hi: आरोह और नेहा दोनों को अपने-अपने लक्ष्य की चिंता थी।En: Both Aaroh and Neha were concerned about their individual goals.Hi: दृष्टिकोण में भिन्नता के कारण उनके बीच कुछ गलतफहमियाँ भी उत्पन्न हो गईं।En: Their differing viewpoints led to some misunderstandings between them.Hi: उन्होंने प्राकृतिक रूप से श्रेष्ठ प्रदर्शनी स्थलों तक पहुंचने के लिए अपने प्रयासों को केंद्रीकृत किया।En: They focused their efforts on reaching naturally superior exhibition venues.Hi: तभी, एक स्थानीय कलाकार ने एक अनारक्षित कला प्रदर्शन का आयोजन किया।En: Then, a local artist organized an impromptu art display.Hi: उत्सुक दर्शकों की भीड़ उनकी कला देख रही थी।En: A curious crowd was watching his art.Hi: आरोह और नेहा दोनों ने इस अवसर का फायदा उठाया।En: Both Aaroh and Neha took advantage of this opportunity.Hi: नेहा ने कलाकारों की तस्वीरें खींचना शुरू किया, और आरोह ने मूर्ति को अपने कैनवास पर उकेरने की सोची।En: Neha started taking pictures of the artists, and Aaroh thought of sketching the sculpture on his canvas.Hi: आरोह और नेहा के बीच का संवाद धीमे-धीमे खुलने लगा।En: Conversation between Aaroh and Neha began to slowly unfold.Hi: उन्होंने देखा कि बिना बोले भी उनके बीच सहयोग की लहरें चल रही थीं।En: They noticed that waves of collaboration were flowing between them even without words.Hi: इस अनापेक्षित सहयोग ने दोनों के दृष्टिकोण में बदलाव ला दिया।En: This unexpected collaboration brought a change in both of their perspectives.Hi: आखिरकार, जब प्रदर्शनी समाप्त हुई तो आरोह को प्रेरणा मिल गई।En: Ultimately, when the exhibition ended, Aaroh found his inspiration.Hi: उसने अपनी कला के प्रति नया दृष्टिकोण विकसित किया।En: He developed a new perspective toward his art.Hi: नेहा का लेख जिसमें आरोह की भी बातें थीं, विशेष सराहना प्राप्त करने लगा।En: Neha's article, which included references to Aaroh, began to receive special appreciation.Hi: इस ताजगी भरी शुरुआत को कायम रखने के लिए उन्होंने आगे भी साथ काम करने का निर्णय लिया।En: To maintain this fresh start, they decided to continue working together in the future.Hi: आरोह ने अपनी रचनात्मक बाधा को पार कर लिया और नेहा ने समझ लिया कि सहयोग प्रतियोगिता से अधिक मूल्यवान होता है।En: Aaroh overcame his creative block, and Neha realized that collaboration is more valuable than competition.Hi: उन्हें अपने स्वयं के लक्ष्य मिल गए और यह सब आर्ट म्यूजियम के एक यादगार शाम के अद्भुत अलंकरण के बीच हुआ।En: They found their individual goals, and all of this happened amidst the marvelous decorations of a memorable evening at the art museum. Vocabulary Words:adorned: सजीpleasant: खुशनुमाapproaching: आने वालाcontemplative: चिंतनशीलinspiration: प्रेरणाexhibition: प्रदर्शनीcaptivated: अटक गयाinterviewing: साक्षात्कार लेनेviewpoints: दृष्टिकोणmisunderstandings: गलतफहमियाँvenues: स्थलोंimpromptu: अनारक्षितcurious: उत्सुकsketching: उकेरनेunfold: खुलनेcollaboration: सहयोगperspectives: दृष्टिकोणappreciation: सराहनाmaintain: कायमblock: बाधाrealized: समझ लियाmarvelous: अद्भुतmemorable: यादगारflourishing: मुकुलितthread: सूत्रorganized: आयोजनunexpected: अनापेक्षितindividual: स्वयं केsuperior: श्रेष्ठfabrics: कपड़ों

This episode of Fill the Gap features Robert "Bob" Minter, CMT, CFA, CAIA, Director of Investment Strategy at Aberdeen Investments. Bob discusses his career path, the importance of combining technical and fundamental analysis in commodities investing, and his practical approach to market signals and risk management. Bob talks about how shifting global supply chains, central bank gold buying, and technical indicators like moving averages and sentiment data shape his outlook on commodities such as oil, gold, silver, and agricultural products. He also highlights the value of community and continuous learning within the CMT Association, emphasizing the importance of sharing ideas and improving investment processes.Recorded October 17, 2025Fill the Gap, hosted by David Lundgren, CMT, CFA and Tyler Wood, CMT brings veteran market analysts and money managers onto a monthly podcast. For complete show notes of every episode, visit: https://cmtassociation.org/development/podcasts/ Give us a shout:@dlundgren3333 or https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lundgren-cmt-cfa-63b73b/@_TBone_Pickens or https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-wood-cmt-b8b0902/@CMTAssociation orhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/cmtassociationCMT Association is the global credentialing authority committed to advancing the discipline of technical analysis in the financial services industry. We serve members in over 137 countries. Our mission is to elevate investors mastery and skill in mitigating market risk and maximizing return in capital markets through a rigorous credentialing process, professional ethics, and continuous education. CMT Association formed in the late 1960s with headquarters in lower Manhattan, NY and Mumbai, India.Learn more at: www.cmtassociation.org

A man visits prominent members of the Blackfeet Traditional Medicine community. After witnessing an unexplainable force, he learns just how important it is to practice good medicine. And a girl growing up in Mumbai knows money doesn't grow on trees. But when times get tough, her family house begins to reveal its secrets.This story comes to us from our evil-twin, Spooked! You can listen to Spooked on any podcast platform, episodes drop weekly. STORIESBull BoyWhile Dan is at the compound of good friends and prominent members of the Blackfeet Traditional Medicine community, the Heavyrunner family, he learns just how important it is to practice good medicine.Thanks to Dan SaSuweh Jones for sharing your story with us! Learn more about Dan.Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Leon Morimoto.Hiding Spot Growing up in Mumbai, Rashi knew money didn't grow on trees.  But when times got really tough and the family was on the brink, their house began to reveal its secrets.Thank you Rashi for sharing your story with Spooked!Rashi is a radio DJ on BIG FM India. You can also follow her on Instagram: @rjrashiofficial @biglive @bigfm.jharkhandProduced by Erick Yáñez. Original score by Lauryn Newson. Scouted by Aditya Mattoo. Season 16 - Episode 50 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The White Ferns need sunny skies in Mumbai as they chase the last semi-final spot at the Cricket World Cup. Tonight's game against the hosts is a must-win - for both teams. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

This episode features Sidney Sutton, Digital Learning Lead at Oberoi International School, Mumbai, in conversation with Philippa Wraithmell. Together, they discuss the transformation of education and EdTech across India over the past decade. Sidney reflects on the country's deep cultural respect for education, the growth of collaborative teaching communities, and the infrastructure foundations required to make technology integration sustainable. He outlines India's emerging role in AI and homegrown EdTech innovation, as well as how schools are approaching ethical AI, digital citizenship, and responsible adoption of new technologies. The conversation highlights a central theme: how educators can balance innovation with intention, keeping learning, relationships, and human connection at the core of technology-driven education.  

Mentioned in this episode: Lee Miller www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/lee-miller Joy Goodman www.whitechapelgallery.org/exhibitions/joy-gregory-fierce-and-fearless/ Mark Steinmetz https://davidhillgallery.net/artists/mark-steinmetz-taken-from-light Fiona Hayes Fiona Hayes is an art director, designer, consultant and lecturer with over 30 years' experience in publishing, fashion and the art world. She has been a magazine art director ten times: on Punch, Company, Eve, the British and Russian editions of Cosmopolitan, House & Garden,GQ India (based in Mumbai), MyselfGermany (in Munich), and Russian Vogue (twice). Between 2013 and 2019, as Art Director of New Markets and Brand Development for Condé Nast International, based in London and Paris, she oversaw all the company's launches – 14 magazines, including seven editions of Vogue. She still consults as Design Director at Large for Vogue Hong Kong. In 2002 she founded independent photography magazine DayFour, publishing it continuously until 2012. She is Co-Author and Art Director of The Fashion Yearbook, and creative director of books for South African media consultancy Legacy Creates. Outside the publishing world, she has been Art Director of contemporary art auction house Phillips de Pury in London and New York, and Consultant Art Director of Russian luxury retail group Mercury/TSUM. (Fiona would like to point out she is not Russian: she is proudly Irish and studied Visual Communication and History of Art and Design at NCAD Dublin.) She currently divides her time between design consultancy for commercial clients, and lecturing at Oxford Brookes University, the Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design, London, Nottingham Trent University, Ravensbourne University, and Leeds University. She lives in West London. @theartdictator Dr.Grant Scott After fifteen years art directing photography books and magazines such as Elle and Tatler, Scott began to work zas a photographer for a number of advertising and editorial clients in 2000. Alongside his photographic career Scott has art directed numerous advertising campaigns, worked as a creative director at Sotheby's, art directed foto8magazine, founded his own photographic gallery, edited Professional Photographer magazine and launched his own title for photographers and filmmakers Hungry Eye. He founded the United Nations of Photography in 2012, and is now a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, and a BBC Radio contributor. Scott is the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019), and What Does Photography Mean To You? (Bluecoat Press 2020). His photography has been published in At Home With The Makers of Style (Thames & Hudson 2006) and Crash Happy: A Night at The Bangers (Cafe Royal Books 2012). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was premiered in 2018. Scott's next book is Inside Vogue House: One building, seven magazines, sixty years of stories, Orphans Publishing, is on sale February 2024. Image: Lee Miller Self Portrait © Grant Scott 2025

The New Zealand cricketers are facing a must-win match against India in tonight's women's Cricket World Cup one dayer in Mumbai tonight. White Ferns bowler, Lea Tahuhu spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

More than 100,000 health and education workers will walk off the job on Thursday, forcing the closure of schools, and cancelling hospital appointments and surgeries; Calls have been made for limits - or even bans - on contact sport for young children; Health officials say they're dealing with an "escalating national risk of measles"; Medsafe is investigating a brand of oestrogen patches, after receiving multiple reports from users who say their patches aren't working. The New Zealand cricketers are facing a must-win match against India in tonight's women's Cricket World Cup one dayer in Mumbai tonight.

In this lit conversation, Drops of Gold host Jeff Scult sits down with world-renowned light artist Olivia Steele to explore the messy, magical process of personal and creative transformation.Olivia is known globally for her neon installations—bold truth-bombs lighting up deserts, oceans, and cityscapes. But behind the glow is a deeper story: one of loss, letting go, and learning how to trust the fire within.You'll hear:✨ How to know when it's time to burn it all down and begin again✨ Why art, expression, and reinvention aren't luxuries—they're lifelines✨ The spiritual (and brutally honest) truths behind her rise as an artist✨ Tools for navigating grief, creative blocks, and finding your next chapterWhether you're stuck in a story that no longer fits, navigating a creative pivot, or aching for a more meaningful path—this episode will meet you there.

Mumbai is India's economic engine, but every rainy season this megacity comes to a virtual standstill as torrential rains flood streets, homes and transport networks. In 2005, Mumbai faced one of its worst floods on record – and experts warn that climate change could make future rainfall even more intense.This week, Graihagh Jackson and Jordan Dunbar explore what's happening with Mumbai and the mighty monsoon – and how a city of more than 20 million people can adapt to a wetter, more unpredictable future.They hear from BBC Marathi correspondent Janhavee Moole and Zerin Osho, Director of the India Programme at the Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development, about the challenges to India's financial capital.Guests: Janhavee Moole, BBC Marathi Zerin Osho, Director, India Programme, Institute for Governance and Sustainable DevelopmentProduction Team: Jordan Dunbar, Grace Braddock, Tom Brignell, Joe McCartney, Diane Richardson, Nik Sindle Editor: Simon WattsGot a question? Email us: theclimatequestion@bbc.com

Sir Bartle Frere had sailed into South Africa in March 1877 - lauded as a great British administrator in India. He arrived just in time to witness Sir Theophilus Shepstone seize, sorry, annex the Transvaal under the noses of the incredulous and in equal amounts, contemptuous Boers. Frere was another of Carnarvon's boys, determined to enforce confederation onto south Africa. He was regarded as one of the most effective English civil servants in India, keeping the vital province of Sind quiet during the recent Indian Mutiny, and as Governor of Bombay, now Mumbai, he had been instrumental in upgrading the vast city's infrastructure. He was by accounts, a man of integrity and quiet, diffident even as Frank Walsh puts it. The British Royal Family were friends, he was a member of the Privy Council and was showered with honours. India was compared to South Africa, it was diverse, more populous yes, but in India he dealt with sophisticated Indian Rulers and merchants. Carnarvon regarded Sir Bartle Frere as the ideal man to settle the quarrelsome and individualistic South African communities. But he was Indian in his experience, and not African. By contrast to the sophisticated Indian Rulers, South Africans were and are uncomplicated and pugnacious. All its people were the same then as we are now. Whatever our backgrounds, we remain pugnacious Africans, English, Afrikaners, Blacks, Coloureds, Indians and tick whatever box suits you on form XYZ. It would take only a few years trying to govern the ungovernable before he disintegrated in delusion, self-deception, irrationality and apparent senility. Frere had barely settled into his governor's armchair to read Shepstone's report into the latest challenges in the Transvaal — when the Ninth Frontier War burst into flame in the Eastern Cape.The amaMfengu had taken rapidly to the opportunities afforded by being part of the Cape Colony, and were also taking to urban trade in a revolutionary way. The Gcaleka resented the success of the amaMfengu, as well as their relationship with settlers. The Gcaleka were suffering the effects of the last war, the longest Frontier War and also the most vicious. Across the Kei, alcoholism was spreading, and poverty seeped through every household — made far worse by the actions of Nongqawuse's cattle killing episode. What pushed everyone over the edge was mother nature, a series of devastating droughts across the Transkei destabilised the situation further. As Historian De Kiewiet says, in South Africa the heat of drought easily becomes the fever of war. What was supposed to be a wedding celebration in September 1877 turned into a bar fight when the tensions emerged after Gcaleka harassed the amMfengu in attendance. Things got a lot worse later that day when some Gcaleka men attacked a Cape Colony police outpost manned by amaMfengu in the main. Just a bit of trival violence said local officials, moving along, let the local police handle the matter. But back in Cape Town, Sir Bartle Frere sensed his moment partly because of his belief that Great Britain was spreading civilisation and eradicating barbarians, extending black rule over blacks, you know old chap, guiding them up the ladder of evolution and improving their standards of living through good administration and economic prosperity. Chief Mgolombane Sarhili kaHintsa of the amaGcaleka royal line was summoned by Frere but he had seen his ancestors summoned only to be thrown onto Robin Island. He ignored the summons so Sir Bartle promptly declared war on the amaXhosa. This was totally against the advice of the locals. All that Frere's warning did is prompt the warriors among his people to gather and mobilise. Cape Prime Minister, John Molteno refused to sanction any invasion of the Transkei when he heard that Frere had declared war on Sarhili. At a meeting between Molteno and Frere, the British Governor promised that imperial troops would stay put and not cross into Gcalekaland.

In this lit conversation, Drops of Gold host Jeff Scult sits down with world-renowned light artist Olivia Steele to explore the messy, magical process of personal and creative transformation.Olivia is known globally for her neon installations—bold truth-bombs lighting up deserts, oceans, and cityscapes. But behind the glow is a deeper story: one of loss, letting go, and learning how to trust the fire within.You'll hear:✨ How to know when it's time to burn it all down and begin again✨ Why art, expression, and reinvention aren't luxuries—they're lifelines✨ The spiritual (and brutally honest) truths behind her rise as an artist✨ Tools for navigating grief, creative blocks, and finding your next chapterWhether you're stuck in a story that no longer fits, navigating a creative pivot, or aching for a more meaningful path—this episode will meet you there.