Podcasts about Sanjay

Some exploration of what Spain's triumph means, who the US should emulate, rumination on by far the most-attended World Cup ever, Balogun to Klutch Sports, and a rundown of what's coming for the USMNT. Vince, Sanjay and Belz on the mics. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

13th July 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay explored spiritual teachings and meditation practices, particularly discussing Adi Shankaracharya's Aparokshanubhuti and Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi's teachings about self-realization. He shared stories about Professor Krishnamurti Ayer's transformative experience at Virupaksha Cave in 1914, where he unexpectedly prostrated before Bhagavan despite his initial skepticism toward spirituality and religion. The discussion emphasized the importance of contemplation on one's true nature, distinguishing between identifying with the body-mind and recognizing the pure witness consciousness that remains unchanging even during deep sleep. Participants explored how suffering arises from misidentification with temporary phenomena, and how practicing silence and surrendering the ego can help one abide in the natural state of bliss and pure awareness.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia.Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

8th July 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed psychedelic therapy, particularly psilocybin treatment in Australia through Mind Medicine Australia, and its relationship to spiritual experiences. A participant shared an interest in meeting Tanya de Jong, co-founder of Mind Medicine Australia, to understand how therapists handle cases where patients experience complete ego dissolution during psychedelic treatments. Sanjay provided philosophical insights about the nature of consciousness and spiritual realization, explaining that while psychedelic experiences can create temporary states of non-duality, the ultimate freedom comes from direct self-realization through practices like self-inquiry. The discussion also addressed practical questions about how to support loved ones with physical illnesses while maintaining spiritual understanding, with Sanjay advising to simply be present and caring without trying to force spiritual teachings on others.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia.Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

6th July 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed the nature of consciousness. Neelakantan Ji shared a Sanskrit prayer about light illuminating the universe and explained from Advaita Vedanta philosophy, including the nature of the self, the role of mind and body, and the process of self-realization through practices like meditation and surrender. Sanjay then described how understanding the true nature of consciousness leads to freedom from suffering and the illusion of duality, comparing spiritual transformation to a caterpillar becoming a butterfly. Sanjay emphasized that knowing the truth requires genuine longing and proper guidance, and that human birth is rare and precious for spiritual awakening.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia.Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Dhritrashtra aur Sanjay ki baat cheet.

Can you trust an AI agent to configure your products, apply your pricing rules, and generate an accurate quote — every single time? According to Dr. Sanjay Mittal, founder of Predictika.ai and one of the original pioneers of constraint-based product configuration, the answer right now is: not without guardrails. In this episode of the CPQ Podcast, Sanjay breaks down one of the most underappreciated risks in enterprise AI adoption — logic hallucinations. Unlike factual hallucinations, where an AI simply makes up information it doesn't have, logic hallucinations happen when an AI has all the right facts but still applies your business rules, constraints, and pricing policies incorrectly. For CPQ, where 100% correctness and completeness are non-negotiable, that gap can mean revenue leakage, incompatible configurations, and costly disputes with customers. Sanjay speaks from deep experience. He founded Selectica in 1996, building constraint-based CPQ solutions for Cisco, IBM, GE, and Dell — guaranteeing 100% configuration correctness at scale. Cisco ran on their platform for 15 years. Today, at Predictica.ai, he's applying the same deterministic reasoning engine as a co-pilot alongside large language models, letting LLMs handle natural conversation while a constraint engine validates every output before it reaches the customer. In this conversation we cover: The difference between factual and logic hallucinations in LLMs Why probabilistic AI and deterministic CPQ are fundamentally mismatched What "correct and complete" really means in product configuration How a deterministic co-pilot architecture bridges that gap What questions enterprise buyers should ask any CPQ vendor adding AI If you're evaluating AI-powered CPQ, building one, or just trying to understand where the hype ends and the real engineering begins — this episode is for you.

How much is Belgium flat-out superior to us, and how much did we wilt? How much is this World Cup gonna grow the game in America? Did the overturned Balo suspension actually hurt us? How are we gonna develop players who can win a men's World Cup some day? Pulisic's legacy blah blah blah Poch's future, etc. Sanjay's piece for the Guardian on development:https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/23/usmnt-player-development-youth Colin Cowherd on the growth of soccer: https://x.com/TheHerd/status/2075639696852496842?s=20 Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can India build the next SpaceX?From building satellites at just 19 years old to founding Dhruva Space, one of India's pioneering private space companies, Sanjay Nekkanti shares the incredible journey behind India's emerging space revolution.In this episode of SparX, we explore how India's decades of investment through ISRO laid the foundation for a new generation of private space startups that are now building world-class technology designed, engineered, and manufactured in India.In this episode you'll learn:How Sanjay built satellites while still a studentWhy India's Chandrayaan mission inspired a new generationThe story behind founding Dhruva SpaceThe challenges of building deep-tech startups in IndiaWhy manufacturing is India's biggest opportunityThe evolution of India's private space ecosystemLessons on perseverance, innovation, and long-term thinkingWhat the future of the global space economy looks likeIf you enjoyed this conversation, Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more conversations with India's most inspiring founders, innovators, scientists, and business leaders.

1st July 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay conducted a satsang session where Sergio shared his spiritual journey and desire to maintain constant connection with his true self rather than falling back into ego-based thinking. Sanjay responded by acknowledging Sergio's mature seeker mindset and explained that once one tastes their true nature, they naturally reject the temporary satisfaction of ego-based activities. Sanjay discussed various spiritual paths and methods, emphasizing that different approaches work for different people and that the direct path of self-inquiry is not superior to other methods that help bring seekers to the same ultimate realization. He described the process of spiritual transformation, including the initial phases of inner cleansing where negative thoughts and desires arise before eventually subsiding into peace and silence. Sanjay emphasized that true liberation comes from understanding one's true nature as unchanging awareness rather than identifying with the changing mind and body, allowing realized beings to naturally follow ethical principles without external rules.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia.Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

When Lionel Messi and fellow stars of the FIFA World Cup enter "the zone," what's happening in their brains? Today, neuroscientist Dr. Rui Costa tells Sanjay how you can think like a top athlete and find your own "flow state." This episode was produced by Sofía Sanchez. Medical writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Folarin Balogun gets an 11th-hour reprieve from FIFA's vaunted judicial system, he'll play against Belgium. Vince, Sanjay and Belz talk through that bombshell news, its impact on the game, and how we might stop Doku. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

29th June 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed the path of self-realization and ego dissolution. The discussion centered on how reality cannot be known while the ego remains intact, emphasizing that seekers must focus on destroying the ego rather than seeking experiences or powers. Sanjay explained techniques for observing the mind inwardly, including watching thoughts as an observer rather than an involved participant, and practicing self-inquiry by asking "who am I?" He described the process of transitioning from being involved in thoughts to becoming a witness, noting that this requires consistent effort and practice. The session covered how to recognize when ego dissolution is occurring through feelings of contentment and peace, and emphasized that while techniques help, the ultimate transformation comes from sincere effort and remaining uninvolved with the world of form and name.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Belz, Sanjay and Charlie Boehm recap the big win from Wednesday night. Full timeline, Malik and Wes once again shine bright, everybody's bought in, the TV audiences are massive. Now we look to Monday. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott talks with Dr Sanjay Shewakramani about how to keep your family safe this holiday weekend from the heat, fireworks, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24th June 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed the book "Ribhu Gita," explaining that it is a 650-page, 44-chapter text translated from Tamil to English that contains dialogues between sage Ribu and his disciple Nidaga. He described how Bhagavan used to read this book daily during his time, emphasizing that the repetitive nature of the text mirrors their ongoing satsangs since 2019, focusing on shravan (listening), manan (contemplation), and Nidhidyasana (firm conviction). Sanjay read excerpts from chapter 26, poem 37, which describe the nature of the absolute truth and self-realization, explaining that the book helps dissolve the ego through repeated exposure to spiritual truth. He shared examples of how ancient sages like Raja Janak achieved realization through dialogues in other texts like Ashtavakra Gita, and explained that true understanding comes when one sees themselves as the uninvolved witness rather than the separate entity of mind-body. Sanjay concluded by emphasizing that knowing the truth brings freedom from all conditioning, religious teachings, and societal roles, leaving one in a state of eternal peace and contentment.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Sleep is not something that simply happens. It is something our environment either supports or undermines."When we think about improving sleep, many of us immediately turn to wearable technology, sleep trackers or the latest wellness trend. Yet according to Olympic Sleep Coach Sanjay Verma and Therese Haltuff of Norwegian bedding company Norsk Dun, restorative sleep begins long before our head touches the pillow. It begins with the environments we create. Their conversation reveals a fascinating overlap with the principles of Biophilic Design. From daylight and fresh air to natural materials, sensory comfort and our innate need to feel safe, the spaces around us quietly determine how well our bodies can recover each night. As Sanjay explains, sleep is far from passive."Most of us think sleep is a passive thing... but it's a very active process. Physically, mentally and emotionally, a lot happens when we sleep." People say time is the greatest healer. But actually, if you look closely, it's sleep which is the greatest healer."Sleep is the Foundation of WellbeingFor years, nutrition and exercise have dominated conversations around health and performance. Sleep has often been treated as an afterthought. Not anymore. Sanjay argues that sleep is not simply another pillar of wellbeing—it is the foundation upon which everything else depends."It's not one of the third or fourth legs of wellbeing. It is the foundation of health and wellbeing."Without sufficient sleep, even the healthiest diet or most carefully planned exercise programme cannot deliver the benefits we expect. Muscles fail to recover properly. Learning is impaired. Creativity falls. Emotional resilience declines. In other words, sleep is where the work of the day is completed.Designing a Bedroom as Nature intendedPerhaps the strongest message throughout the discussion is that the bedroom itself should become an environment designed specifically for restoration. Sanjay offers a wonderfully simple description:"The bedroom should be like a cave: dark, cool, quiet."For anyone working in Biophilic Design, this immediately echoes the concept of prospect and refuge. Throughout human evolution we slept in places that felt protected, sheltered and secure. Our brains continue to seek those same environmental cues today.He identifies the essential ingredients for better sleep:A cool room with good temperature controlComplete darknessQuiet surroundings with minimal noise disturbanceFresh, well-ventilated airComfortable humidity levelsMinimal electronic devicesA clutter-free space that feels safeEven tiny details matter."Our eyes can sense light even when our eyes are closed."That small standby LED on a television or charger may seem insignificant, but our brains remain remarkably sensitive to light throughout the night. Likewise, even slight increases in room temperature can fragment deep sleep, reducing the quality of overnight recovery.Why Nature helps us sleep betterOne of the most compelling parts of the conversation explores how our connection with nature throughout the day influences sleep at night. Morning daylight is particularly important."If you want really good quality sleep in the night, start in the morning getting bright light."Natural morning light resets our circadian rhythm, signalling to the brain that a new day has begun. Around sixteen hours later, this helps stimulate the release of melatonin—the hormone that prepares us for sleep. Time outdoors offers even more benefits. Walking, exercising and simply spending time in natural surroundings reduces stress while increasing serotonin production."Being in nature is de-stressing."That serotonin later becomes melatonin, reinforcing the body's natural sleep cycle. Biophilic Design has long recognised these benefits. Access to daylight, views of nature and opportunities to connect with the outdoors are not aesthetic luxuries—they are essential components of healthy buildings.A Scandinavian approach to RestTherese offers a fascinating insight into Norwegian attitudes towards sleep. Rather than viewing sleep as something to squeeze into busy lives, Scandinavians tend to treat it as an essential form of recovery. Fresh air plays a central role."Fresh air, movement and light is something that we relate to as wellbeing."Bedrooms are often kept cool with windows open throughout the year. Most couples also sleep under separate duvets. "Sleep is personalised. It's not romantic at all." The idea is beautifully practical. No disturbed sleep from fighting over bedding, and no overheating from sharing one duvet! Each person creates their own ideal microclimate. It is a simple solution grounded in comfort rather than convention.Natural Materials are best..The conversation then moves beyond architecture into one of the most overlooked aspects of sleep: the materials that surround us. Therese believes that many people overcomplicate sleep."The body already knows how to do this. We just have to stop getting in the way of a good night's sleep."Natural down and feathers have evolved over thousands of years to regulate temperature while managing moisture. Those same qualities continue to work when used in bedding. Rather than trapping heat or perspiration, natural materials breathe alongside the body, helping maintain the conditions our physiology naturally seeks during sleep. She also highlights the importance of tactile comfort."When you feel comfortable and safe, then you're able to relax."This perfectly reflects another principle of Biophilic Design—that our sensory experiences shape our emotional state. The textures, softness and natural qualities of materials influence how secure and relaxed we feel long before we consciously notice them.Sustainability begins in the BedroomAn important theme running throughout the discussion is the growing connection between sustainability and personal wellbeing. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware that healthier products often prove to be more sustainable products too. Therese explains why transparency matters. "You're at your most vulnerable when you're sleeping. It matters what you surround yourself with." She encourages consumers to choose certified products, understand where materials come from and look for traceability throughout the supply chain. Natural fibres, responsibly sourced materials and products manufactured with respect for both people and planet all contribute to healthier indoor environments. This is where Biophilic Design comes into it's own: designing for human health and designing for environmental health are fundamentally connected.Five ways to Sleep better tonightDrawing together the advice from both guests, five immediate changes stand out:Keep your bedroom cool, dark and quiet.Get outside into natural daylight early every morning.Reduce electronics and unnecessary light in the bedroom.Choose breathable natural bedding and materials that regulate temperature and moisture.Treat sleep as a priority rather than fitting it around everything else.As Sanjay reminds us: "Bedroom should be used primarily for sleeping—not for working, not for entertainment."Designing for Better SleepPerhaps the greatest lesson from this conversation is that good sleep cannot simply be purchased through technology.It must be designed.Every decision—from the amount of daylight entering a room, to ventilation, natural materials, acoustic comfort, humidity, tactile surfaces and views of nature—either supports or interrupts the body's remarkable capacity to restore itself. Biophilic Design has always recognised that our buildings should work with human biology rather than against it. Sleep may be one of the clearest examples of this philosophy in action. As Sanjay beautifully concludes: "Nature should not be an add-on... it should be part of our way of life."For more information and to connect with Sanjay or Therese visit:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjayvermase/ - Sanjay Verma - Olympic sleep coach and chief sleep officer at Jensen Beds https://www.linkedin.com/in/therese-haltuff-31300727/ - Therese Haltuff from Norsk Dun ( Norwegian down bedding) Jensen Beds: https://jensen-beds.com/uk/Norsk Dun: https://norskdun.noRDS (Responsible Down Standard): https://textileexchange.org/responsible-down-standard/OEKO-TEX : https://www.oeko-tex.com/en/our-standards/Downpass: https://www.downpass.com/en/homepage/Like this? Why not subscribe as a member of the Journal of Biophilic Design or purchase a gorgeous coffee table reference copy or PDF download of the Journal journalofbiophilicdesign.comor Amazon and Kindle. Credits: with thanks to George Harvey Audio Production for the calming biophilic soundscape that backs all of our podcasts. Listen to our podcast on Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, iTunes, YouTube and all the RSS feeds.https://www.facebook.com/journalofbiophilicdesign/https://www.linkedin.com/company/journalofbiophilicdesign/https://www.instagram.com/journalofbiophilicdesignIf you like this,please subscribe!

22nd June 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual discourse on dispassion and Samadhi, drawing from Adi Shankaracharya's teachings in Viveka Chudamani. He explained how dispassion allows one to achieve spiritual heights that cannot be reached through passion, contrasting materialistic desires with the pursuit of absolute truth. Sanjay discussed how the mind creates illusions and desires that keep individuals enslaved, comparing this to a child obsessed with video games rather than meaningful activities. He emphasized that true peace comes from giving up wrong identification with the mind and body, and described how divine experiences are not liberation but merely indicators that spiritual progress is possible. Sanjay concluded by urging listeners to recognize their true nature as pure silence and stillness, beyond the world of forms and names, and to remain as witnesses to all experiences without attachment or desire for achievement.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Vince and Belz recap the dead rubber, buzzer beater loss to Türkiye, and Sanjay comes on for the last 20 minutes to talk about what Poch said after the game. Clip Notes for patrons: https://www.patreon.com/scuffed/posts/clipnotes-wc-162197059?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20th June 2026 In this face to face Satsang, the group focused on sharing personal experiences about Arunachala . Several participants, including Sanjay, Ruchika, Rajanji, Robert, Sree, and Mina, shared their spiritual experiences and stories about visiting Arunachala, with participants describing feelings of peace, spiritual awakening, and the mountain's transformative power. The discussion included readings of sacred texts and mantras, particularly the Arunachala Aksharamanamalai. Following the spiritual sharing, Shreyas Ji presented details about a new meditation and spiritual center being developed in Dandenong, explaining that the project had secured property and was seeking donations, with Sanjay having already made a significant donation. He emphasized that donations of any amount would be valuable and described the planned facilities including accommodation for 30 people, commercial kitchen, meditation halls, and library.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

What if it's not your memory, but how you use it? Sanjay talks with six-time U.S. Memory Champion Nelson Dellis about sharpening focus, remembering more and training your brain, plus a memory challenge you can try in real time. Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai. Video Editor: Ross Helman with support by Jasmine Brooks.Medical Writer: Andrea KaneSenior Producer: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup standout Sergiño Dest joins Sanjay and Charlie from USMNT camp in Orange County, Calif., for a brief chat. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

17th June 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual teaching session focused on understanding life's experiences and the nature of consciousness. He discussed how people carry emotional burdens from past experiences, including feelings of right and wrong guided by conscience, and how these stories create attachment and suffering. Sanjay explained that true realization comes when one sees all experiences as detached awareness, observing both past memories and current situations without identification or judgment. He emphasized that this state of uninvolved witnessing brings freedom from emotional reactions and allows for genuine compassion toward all beings without attachment to outcomes. The session concluded with teachings on living in pure awareness, finding inner silence, and recognizing the divine presence within everyone as the ultimate truth of existence.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Dr. Sanjay Bindra is a practicing cardiologist who built a $2.5 million endowment at a zero-staff nonprofit in less than four years, with no campaigns and no urgency emails. Then he studied why it worked. The result: the GIVE Study, a 12-month real-time look at how small nonprofits can achieve sustainable recurring giving through trust, behavioral design, and strong governance. In this episode, you'll hear:Why first-time donor retention has been under 20% for decades, and the single most important thing you can do to change that numberThe difference between dopamine-driven fundraising and oxytocin-driven relationshipsThe GIVE framework: Gratitude, Impact, Voice, and Engagement, and how to apply it to build genuine donor relationships that lastWhat your org can do right now to start building a sustainable baseYou'll walk away with a replicable framework for turning one-time donors into lifelong community members.

15th June 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual teaching session focused on the nature of the ego and the path to self-realization. He explained that the ego is an illusory entity that arises between the body and the eternal self (Atman), and discussed how people mistakenly believe they have control over their body-mind complex when they are actually operating within programmed conditioning. Sanjay emphasized that true freedom comes from understanding we are not the body-mind but rather the unborn, eternal awareness, and shared teachings from Bhagwan about the importance of self-inquiry to dissolve the ego. He explained that self-inquiry specifically targets the ego for destruction, unlike other spiritual practices where the ego may survive, and described how realization reveals one's true nature as pure awareness beyond form and name.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Becoming a dad can change your life overnight. But it may also be changing your brain in ways you don't even realize. Sanjay sits down with USC psychologist Dr. Darby Saxbe, author of Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How It Shapes Men's Lives to explore how becoming a father impacts men's brains, hormones, and body... and what those changes can mean for mental health and longevity.  Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai.   Video Editor: Ross Helman with support by Jasmine Brooks. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are Akhilesh, Sanjay Raut and Mamata Angry? | NDA March Towards 360 Only a Matter of Time

What if the strategy you just shipped is already obsolete? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Digitalzone CPO Sonjoy Ganguly, Syntheseed CPO Sam Somashekar speaks on what it means to lead product in an era where the pace of change has outrun the annual planning cycle, AI is generating strategies that all sound the same, and the pressure to experiment is pulling leaders further from the strategic thinking they were hired to do. Sam and Sanjay explore why the human element is more important than ever, how shared KPIs across functions unlock real alignment, and what product leaders need to stop doing right now.

10th June 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed the nature of suffering and enlightenment. He explained that true suffering comes from identifying with the ego, and when this entity is surrendered through complete surrender to a higher power like Arunachala or Ramana, suffering ceases. Sanjay emphasized that a realized being cannot suffer because the ego, which is the source of all suffering, no longer exists. He advised seekers to practice self-inquiry by questioning who is experiencing thoughts and emotions, and to maintain awareness of their true nature rather than identifying with body and mind activities. Ray shared his experience with self-inquiry practice and asked about balancing action in the world with spiritual practice, which Sanjay addressed by explaining that actions continue naturally when the ego is not identifying with them as "doing." Sanjay concluded by encouraging seekers to maintain constant awareness of their true nature and not to be distracted by external circumstances or desires.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

8th June 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a philosophical discourse on spiritual liberation, explaining that the key to freedom lies in convincing the mind that reality is an illusion similar to a dream. He discussed how most people remain trapped in the cycle of suffering because they identify with their mind-body complex and fail to recognize their true nature as pure awareness. Sanjay emphasized that true liberation comes when one transcends this identification and achieves Jeevan Mukt (liberation while living), where the separate existence of ego disappears and one experiences undifferentiated pure awareness as their true self. He highlighted that finding an enlightened guru, having the rare interest in truth, and receiving grace are essential for achieving liberation from the illusory dream of life.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Mysteries Unveiled at Rashtriya Kala Sangrahalaya Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-06-13-07-38-19-hi Story Transcript:Hi: राष्ट्रीय कला संग्रहालय की विशाल इमारत के भीतर गूंजते कदमों की ध्वनि से वाकिफ, अनिशा के चेहरे पर ग़ज़ब की ध्यानमग्नता थी।En: Within the vast building of the Rashtriya Kala Sangrahalaya, familiar with the echoing footsteps, there was an intense focus on Anisha's face.Hi: गर्मियों का मौसम दिल्ली के बाहरी गलियों में गर्मी और गहमागहमी ला रहा था, परंतु इस संग्रहालय के शांत और ठंडे कमरों में एक अलग दृश्य उभर रहा था।En: The summer season was bringing heat and hustle to the outer streets of Delhi, but a different scene was emerging in the quiet, cool rooms of this museum.Hi: एक महत्वपूर्ण चित्रकारी गायब हो चुकी थी और उसकी जगह पर लगभग एक जैसी नकली कृति थी।En: An important painting had gone missing, and in its place was a nearly identical fake.Hi: अनिशा, जो कला इतिहासकार होने के साथ-साथ रहस्य सुलझाने के प्रति गहरा जुनून रखती थी, इस केस को अपने हाथ में लेने के लिए उतारू थी।En: Anisha, who was both an art historian and deeply passionate about solving mysteries, was eager to take on this case herself.Hi: वह अकेले अपनी पहचान बनाना चाहती थी।En: She wanted to establish her identity alone.Hi: लेकिन उसका सामना हुआ रोहित से, जो संग्रहालय का सुरक्षा गार्ड था।En: But she faced Rohit, who was the museum's security guard.Hi: रोहित चिंतित था, अपनी नौकरी खोने के डर से।En: Rohit was anxious, fearing he might lose his job.Hi: उसने निश्चय किया कि वह अपनी काबिलियत साबित करेगा।En: He was determined to prove his capability.Hi: संजय, एक रहस्यमयी कलाकार, आया करता था और लगता था कि उसे कुछ अधिक जानकारी है।En: Sanjay, a mysterious artist, would frequent the museum and seemed to know something more.Hi: अनिशा ने तमीज से प्रश्न पूछे, परंतु संजय हमेशा टालमटोल करता रहा।En: Anisha asked questions politely, but Sanjay always evaded them.Hi: जब अनिशा ने पहली बार रोहित को अपनी टीम में शामिल करने का निर्णय लिया, तो उसे एहसास हुआ कि टीमवर्क के माध्यम से वह अधिक सफलता प्राप्त कर सकती है।En: When Anisha first decided to include Rohit in her team, she realized that through teamwork, she could achieve more success.Hi: जैसे-जैसे दिन बीत रहे थे, समय की सूईयां तेज़ी से चल रही थीं।En: As the days passed, the hands of time were moving quickly.Hi: संग्रहालय के अधिकारियों ने तुरंत जवाब मांग रखा था।En: Museum officials demanded immediate answers.Hi: अनिशा, रोहित और संजय के बीच की यह प्रतियोगिता एक मुश्किल पहेली में बदल गई थी।En: The competition between Anisha, Rohit, and Sanjay turned into a difficult puzzle.Hi: एक दिन, संजय ने अनिशा को अपने एक चित्र में एक कोड दिखाया।En: One day, Sanjay showed Anisha a code in one of his paintings.Hi: अनिशा को समझ आया कि यही कूटबद्ध सन्देश खोई हुई पेंटिंग के स्थान को बताने के लिए था।En: Anisha realized that this encoded message was meant to reveal the location of the missing painting.Hi: लेकिन संजय चाहता था कि अनिशा जल्द से जल्द इसे समझे।En: But Sanjay wanted Anisha to understand it promptly.Hi: कुछ घंटों की गहन अध्ययन के बाद, अनिशा ने सफलता पा ली।En: After a few hours of intense study, Anisha succeeded.Hi: उसने कोड को सही से पहचाना और असली पेंटिंग का स्थान ढूंढ लिया।En: She correctly identified the code and found the location of the real painting.Hi: अगली सुबह एक महत्वपूर्ण प्रदर्शनी होने जा रही थी और अनिशा की तत्परता से अंतिम समय पर पेंटिंग को सही स्थान पर रखा जा सका।En: The next morning, an important exhibition was to take place, and thanks to Anisha's promptness, the painting was placed correctly at the last moment.Hi: इस दौड़ में सफलता के बाद, अनिशा ने आत्मविश्वास पाया और रोहित ने अपने काम में संतोष की भावना महसूस की।En: After this successful race, Anisha gained confidence and Rohit felt a sense of satisfaction in his work.Hi: संग्रहालय ने अनिशा की तत्परता और कला के प्रति उग्र लगन को बहुत सराहा।En: The museum greatly appreciated Anisha's promptness and her fierce passion for art.Hi: राष्ट्रीय कला संग्रहालय की दीवारों ने एक और कहानी अपने इतिहास में जोड़ ली थी, जो न केवल कला की बल्कि कलात्मक खोज के जुनून की थी।En: The walls of the Rashtriya Kala Sangrahalaya had added another story to their history, one that was not only about art but also about the passion for artistic discovery. Vocabulary Words:vast: विशालechoing: गूंजतेfocus: ध्यानमग्नताhustle: गहमागहमीidentical: जैसीhistorian: इतिहासकारpassionate: जुनूनestablish: पहचानanxious: चिंतितcapability: काबिलियतfrequent: आया करताpolitely: तमीज सेevaded: टालमटोलrealized: समझ आयाpromptly: जल्द से जल्दencoded: कूटबद्धpromptness: तत्परताsatisfaction: संतोषappreciated: सराहाdiscovery: खोजfamiliar: वाकिफmissing: गायबfake: नकलीestablish: निर्णयmysterious: रहस्यमयीpuzzle: पहेलीsuccess: सफलताimportant: महत्वपूर्णconfidence: आत्मविश्वासfierce: उग्र

3rd June 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay focused on contemplative awareness and self-inquiry practices. Sanjay taught about the importance of sitting in pure consciousness without mixing it with thoughts or identities, explaining that true understanding comes from direct experience rather than book learning. Bodhipriya shared a translated chapter from their book about Ramana Maharshi's teachings on discovering one's true nature, which Sanjay encouraged to be kept brief and followed by contemplation rather than extensive reading. Ray discussed their experience with emotional agitation and the process of observing thoughts without attachment, while Meera shared her practice of using "thank you" and surrender to handle difficult situations. Sanjay emphasized that spiritual practice should focus on direct experience and inner awareness rather than external rituals or book study, using examples from realized beings like Yogi Ram Surat Kumar to illustrate the importance of sending blessings to those who harm us.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

“Fulfillment doesn't just magically increase. It increases because we've prioritized it.” — Dr. Kerry Burnight  Key Links  CenterWell Fulfillment Index Report is HERE  Dr. Kerry Burnight's book, JoySpan is HERE   Dr. Kerry Burnight's website is HERE  Info about Dr. Sanjay Shetty, President of CenterWell at Humana is HERE  Overview  What does it really mean to age well?  We talk a lot about blood pressure, cholesterol, bone density, muscle, brain health, and staying independent — and all of that matters. But there's another piece of aging better that we may not be paying enough attention to: fulfillment.  In this episode of Age Better, I'm joined by two terrific guests: Dr. Kerry Burnight, gerontologist and author of JoySpan, and Dr. Sanjay Shetty, President of CenterWell at Humana, the organization behind the new Fulfillment Index.  The report found that only 54% of adults over 62 say they feel fulfilled, which means nearly half do not. And as Dr. Shetty explains, fulfillment is about much more than physical health. It includes purpose, emotional stability, optimism, gratitude, connection, security, feeling valued, and the real-life conditions people are living with every day.  One of the most fascinating findings is that fulfillment can dip in the early retirement years, when people often expect life to feel easier and freer. But retirement is not just a financial transition. It can also be a shift in identity, structure, purpose, and the feeling that we're still needed.  Dr. Burnight brings this back to something deeply practical: fulfillment is not something we simply wait for. Like strength, it requires attention and practice. We talk about self-contentment, purpose with a “lowercase p,” why feeling seen matters so much, and how to move from feeling “meh” to feeling more connected, useful, and alive in your own life.  This conversation is especially important for women in their 50s, 60s, and beyond who may be asking: Who am I now? What do I want this next chapter to look like? And what can I do today to create a life that feels not only longer, but fuller?  In this episode, we talk about:  How fulfillment is different from happiness Why so many people can look “fine” on the outside but feel disconnected inside Why fulfillment may dip around retirement How purpose can be small and still deeply meaningful Why physical strength supports more than just your body How self-contentment helps us age with less regret and more compassion Why feeling seen, heard, appreciated, and valued is essential One simple practice to begin building more fulfillment right away  This episode will help you think differently about what it means to age better — and what you can start doing now to build more purpose, connection, strength, and meaning into the years ahead.  Subscribe to AGE BETTER so you never miss an episode! 

1st June 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual teaching on self-realization and liberation from mental bondage, explaining that true freedom comes from looking within rather than outward at thoughts and external phenomena. He discussed the nature of consciousness, explaining that Brahman is eternally uninvolved and pure, while the mind creates delusion through thoughts and projections that lead to suffering. Sanjay emphasized that grace comes from looking toward the source, and that spiritual practice involves breaking old associations with the mind to reveal the pure awareness that is always present but overlooked. He warned against seeking freedom through external means or teachers, stating that true liberation requires self-effort and understanding that the self is never impure or in need of purification. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

Fire in the Secret Home Lab - Episode 162 - Reef Beef Podcast. In this episode Rich and Ben talk about Rich and Sanjay's Trip, a tank fire, and materials to use aquariums. Thank you to our sponsors: Saltwater Aquarium: https://tinyurl.com/RBSaltwaterAquarium Saltwater Aquarium Wholesale: https://tinyurl.com/SWAWholesale Aquatic Collection: https://aquaticcollection.com/ PolypLab: https://www.polyplab.com/ Champion Lighting: https://www.championlighting.com/ Champion Lighting Wholesale: https://www.championlightingdealer.com/ Links: Merch is now available! https://reefbeefpodcast.com/merch/ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/reefbeef Get notified of new episodes by receiving an email from Reef Beef! https://reefbeefpodcast.com/notify/ Get our help / advice: https://reefbeefpodcast.com/consult/ Buy Reef Beef a Beer! https://reefbeefpodcast.com Become a Member: https://reefbeefpodcast.com/membership Follow Us: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ReefBeefPodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KA5CRWWe8dDmitJGOAG1J Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reef-beef/id1552005275 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/db09c6a8-5f0e-46c2-ac2d-25ed555a549f/reef-beef Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/reef-beef Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552005275 Audible: https://audible.com/pd/B08JJNKYLG  

For a lot of women, getting the right care at the right time can make all the difference... but that doesn't always happen. Too often, women's health is underfunded, under-researched, or under-treated. Melinda French Gates joins Sanjay to explain why women are still being overlooked and why midlife, menopause, and maternal and reproductive health often fall through the cracks. She also breaks down her new funding push – and what smarter, more targeted investment could mean for women's lives. Our show was produced by Andrea Kane and Jennifer Lai.   Video Editor: Ross Helman with support by Jasmine Brooks.Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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As a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa raises alarm, listeners have questions about what it is, how it spreads, and how worried they should be. Sanjay breaks down what we know — including why Ebola is highly infectious but not easily contagious — and why this outbreak has experts on alert. Plus, what it could mean for travel and the upcoming World Cup.  This episode was produced by Andrea Kane and Leying Tang Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sanjay, Belz, Charlie Boehm and Greg V compete for the strongest teams, with all U.S. men's national team World Cup players from '94 to '22 on the draft board. You decide who did the best. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus any bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show, plus all patrons get access to our private Discord server, live call-in shows, and the full catalog of historic recaps we've made: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Euro Reef Beef Tour with Sanjay Joshi - Episode 161 - Reef Beef Podcast. In this episode Rich and Sanjay talk about their one month of traveling to see aquaria large and small. Please note this episode was recorded live in a hotel lobby, so there is background noise. Thank you to our sponsors: Saltwater Aquarium: https://tinyurl.com/RBSaltwaterAquarium Saltwater Aquarium Wholesale: https://tinyurl.com/SWAWholesale Aquatic Collection: https://aquaticcollection.com/ PolypLab: https://www.polyplab.com/ Champion Lighting: https://www.championlighting.com/ Champion Lighting Wholesale: https://www.championlightingdealer.com/ Links: Merch is now available! https://reefbeefpodcast.com/merch/ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/reefbeef Get notified of new episodes by receiving an email from Reef Beef! https://reefbeefpodcast.com/notify/ Get our help / advice: https://reefbeefpodcast.com/consult/ Buy Reef Beef a Beer! https://reefbeefpodcast.com Become a Member: https://reefbeefpodcast.com/membership Follow Us: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ReefBeefPodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KA5CRWWe8dDmitJGOAG1J Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reef-beef/id1552005275 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/db09c6a8-5f0e-46c2-ac2d-25ed555a549f/reef-beef Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/reef-beef Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552005275 Audible: https://audible.com/pd/B08JJNKYLG  

Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra discusses the company's significant expansion of DRAM manufacturing in the US. Speaking with Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall, Mehrotra highlights the importance of this advanced memory technology for critical sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial and networking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your SaaS product delivers genuine value fast, growth takes care of itself. That's the core thesis Sanjay Sarathy has spent 8+ years proving at Cloudinary, where he oversees a self-service business representing nearly a third of the company's revenue across 11,000+ paying customers in 150+ countries — without feet on the ground in most of them.In this episode, Sanjay breaks down what product-led growth actually looks like when it's executed well: not just free trials and clever onboarding flows, but building such a frictionless, valuable experience that developers naturally tell other developers. He shares why Cloudinary invested in technical support before marketing, how they redefined "activation" to mean real value (not just uploading a file), why discoverability is a non-negotiable pillar of their growth strategy, and how they're now rethinking the developer experience for a world where AI agents and LLMs are writing the code.This is a masterclass in developer-led PLG from someone who has lived it at scale.Key Takeaways4:07 — The Growth Levers Have Changed SEO, outbound, and paid are still valid, but word of mouth (especially in developer communities), AEO, and agentic discoverability have become powerful new growth engines — when they're earned as a byproduct of value, not engineered as a primary goal.8:28 — Why PLG Before Enterprise Cloudinary was built by developers for developers. They started with self-service because that's what their founding team would have wanted. Only after PLG proved itself did enterprise customers come knocking — and it was far easier to layer on security, SLAs, and support than to bolt on a product that developers already loved.13:46 — Great Product Isn't Enough Without Distribution Cloudinary is in 150 countries with no boots on the ground in most of them. SEO, developer relations, and a docs site that functions as a discovery engine are what made global reach possible. Distribution and product must go hand-in-hand.15:36 — Discoverability Is a Strategy, Not a Tactic "Discoverability" is a recurring internal theme at Cloudinary — constantly asking how to ensure the right people, in the right context, can find and experience the product's value.16:03 — The Cannibalization Trap Cloudinary made the mistake of launching a new product without considering its impact on existing products — and cannibalized their own business. They now use a two-track product strategy: "mature" products with full go-to-market support, and "invest" products being validated for product-market fit before scaling.19:24 — Invest in Support Before Marketing One of Cloudinary's earliest and most impactful decisions: invest heavily in technical support first. Happy, successful developers become word-of-mouth advocates. That bet paid off across an entire community.21:06 — Developer Experience in the Age of AI Tooling Developer experience today means meeting developers where they work — VS Code, Cursor, Claude, Windsurf. Cloudinary built a VS Code extension and is working to minimize hallucinations by giving LLMs accurate, context-rich instructions for using Cloudinary correctly.24:03 — Redefining Activation Uploading a file to Cloudinary is not activation. Doing something with that file — transforming it, tagging it, delivering it — is activation. Reframing their metric around genuine value changed how they prioritized onboarding.33:25 — The Seven-Day Activation Window Data shows clearly: if users don't activate within the first 7 days, a second surge doesn't come. Most activation happens in the first 4–5 days. This insight shapes everything about how Cloudinary approaches onboarding urgency.27:01 — Speak Use Cases, Not Features "We have automated image optimization" means nothing. "Your images are 40% lighter and you'll save X on bandwidth" means everything. The language of outcomes and use cases is what drives adoption and expansion.36:39 — Pricing Must Communicate Value Cloudinary's self-service pricing has remained largely flat for years while the product has added enormous capability — intentionally improving the value/price ratio over time. They also offer pay-as-you-go flexibility for seasonal businesses.44:28 — The 90-Day PLG Focus: Build Trust For founders building a PLG motion right now, Sanjay's single most important recommendation: engender trust. Do what you say. Follow up when you say you will. Make your product deliver on its promise. Trust is the flywheel.Tweetable Quotes"We never set out to get word of mouth. We set out to create value. Word of mouth was the byproduct." — Sanjay Sarathy"If your product genuinely helps people win, growth becomes a natural byproduct." — Sanjay Sarathy"Distribution is equally as important as the product itself. You can have a great product and go nowhere." — Sanjay Sarathy"Discoverability isn't a campaign. It's a strategy." — Sanjay Sarathy"Uploading a file isn't activation. Doing something valuable with it is." — Sanjay Sarathy"If a developer doesn't activate in the first seven days, don't expect another surge. It won't come." — Sanjay Sarathy"Stop talking about your features. Start talking in the language of your customer's use cases." — Sanjay Sarathy"We're okay with free users who are actively using the product. They pay us back in word of mouth." — Sanjay Sarathy"In a PLG motion, trust is the flywheel. Without it, everything else breaks down." — Sanjay Sarathy"We fell in love with our own capabilities and forgot that customers don't care. Use cases are what drive adoption." — Sanjay SarathySaaS Leadership Lessons1. Build Distribution Like You Build Product Cloudinary reaches 150+ countries without sales reps in most of them — through SEO, developer relations, documentation, and community. Great products disappear without intentional distribution. Your discoverability strategy is a growth strategy.2. Earn Word of Mouth — Don't Engineer It The moment you prioritize getting word of mouth over generating it as a byproduct of genuine value, you've lost the plot. Build something that makes people win, then step back and let them talk. The data will tell you if it's working.3. Start Narrow, Validate, Then Scale Cloudinary's "invest vs. scale" product framework exists because they once cannibalized their own product line by expanding without rigor. Validate product-market fit in a controlled way before committing the full go-to-market machine. Repeatability before scale.4. Redefine Your Activation Metrics Around Real Value Ask yourself: is the action we're measuring actually a moment of value, or just a moment of presence? Cloudinary stopped counting uploads and started counting transformations. The metric you optimize shapes the product you build.5. Invest in Customer Success Before You Think You Need To Cloudinary prioritized technical support ahead of marketing in their early days. Counter-intuitive — and it was exactly right. Successful users become advocates. That investment compounded for years through word of mouth and developer trust.6. Speak the Language Your Customer Thinks In "Automated image optimization via F-Auto" is internal language. "Your images are 40% lighter and your site is faster" is customer language. The translation layer between what your product does and what your customer achieves is where adoption lives or dies. Build that bridge deliberately.Guest Resourcessanjay@cloudinary.comwww.cloudinary.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjaysarathy/https://x.com/guffnuffEpisode SponsorThe Futureproof Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkXKUPZ5xuOqMPR7_gzGybncTtavyR1NThe Captain's KeysSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/SaaS Fuel ResourcesWebsite - https://championleadership.com/Jeff Mains on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkmains/Twitter - https://twitter.com/jeffkmainsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thesaasguy/Instagram - https://instagram.com/jeffkmains

If you've ever woken up to a sudden, painful leg cramp, you're not alone. Sanjay takes a closer look at a listener's question about nighttime leg cramps -- and why popular remedies like bananas and magnesium don't always help. Plus, what swollen feet and ankles can reveal about your health.  This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai with assistance from Elizabeth Corallo Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Long before UPI, smartphones and Aadhaar transformed digital payments in India, mChek was trying to turn mobile phones into wallets.The vision was ambitious.The execution was complex.And the ecosystem was still years away from catching up.In this episode of the Prime Venture Partners Podcast, Shripati Acharya speaks with Sanjay Swamy, former CEO of mChek and Managing Partner at Prime Venture Partners, about one of India's earliest attempts at building mobile payments.They discuss what it feels like to build ahead of the market, the hidden cost of ecosystem dependency, and why timing is often the hardest variable for founders to get right.The conversation also explores:• Why being early can sometimes look exactly like being wrong• How telcos, banks and regulators shaped the mChek journey• The operational chaos of building fintech in 2006 India• Why distribution does not always lead to adoption• What changed between mChek, Paytm and the UPI era• Why products depending on too many stakeholders are harder to scale• The difference between having the right idea and having the right timingIf you are building in a market that still feels early, this episode is worth your time.

Thinning hair, shedding, and sudden graying can send people searching for answers. This week, Sanjay speaks with dermatologist and Harvard assistant professor Dr. Maryanne Makredes Senna about what could be driving hair loss, what to watch for, and which treatments are actually worth it. Plus, practical tips and the biggest myths to avoid. This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai and Kyra Dahring.   Medical Writer: Andrea Kane  Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Molecular biology is often introduced through the central dogma: DNA makes RNA, and RNA makes protein. But biology is rarely that simple. In this episode, Sanjay discusses how discoveries such as non-coding RNAs have expanded our understanding of how genetic information works, and how he uses computational approaches to investigate the functions and structures of these mysterious molecules. Tune in to hear about the frontier of RNA biology, the shift from PhD to postdoc, and Sanjay's unique journey from the social sciences into biophysics. Hosted by Matthew Vaughan and Hannah Stuwe.

After a deadly outbreak on an expedition cruise ship, listeners have questions about hantavirus and what it means for them. Sanjay breaks down what we know about how it spreads, and how worried you actually need to be. Plus, what experts are saying about the pandemic potential of the virus.  This episode was produced by Andrea Kane, Jennifer Lai and Kyra Dahring. Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sanjay joins Belz and Vince. Gio scored and was influential in a late-season loss for Gladbach. Not much to play for for the Foals but this was an excellent World Cup audition from the dark prince. Pepi scores again, assisted by Dest, who looks "uninhibited," says Sanjay. Johnny likely to miss the World Cup, a news break that arrived as we were wrapping up the recording. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus any bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show, plus all patrons get access to our private Discord server, live call-in shows, and the full catalog of historic recaps we've made: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedhq.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In response to a listener's call about her autistic son, Dr. Sanjay Gupta invited leading autism researcher Dr. Matthew Lerner, Director of the Social Connections and Treatment Lab at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, to break down how our understanding of autism has changed, what it means to be “on the spectrum” and why diagnoses are on the rise. The conversation continues next Tuesday on Paging Dr. Gupta, where Sanjay explores what growing up and transitioning into adulthood really looks like for autistic people. Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai and Kyra Dahring Medical Writer: Andrea KaneShowrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the first iPhone was unveiled, it sparked a tech revolution. But who could have imagined how much it would reshape our lives? In this episode, Sanjay sits down with CNN's Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir to talk about his new documentary 50 Years of Apple — exploring how our devices have woven themselves into our homes, our habits, and even our parenting. They dig into the rise of screen addiction, what constant device use may be doing to our brains, and where Apple (and our tech‑filled future) may be headed next.  50 Years of Apple for The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper airs Saturday April 4 at 10 p.m. ET on CNN, or you can stream it now on CNN All Access. This episode was produced by Kyra Dahring with assistance from Jennifer Lai Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy  Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices