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Raya Poredi
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A podcast that follows the conversations of a high school student navigating through the fascinating terrains of finance, microfinance, and economics. Join the insightful dialogues with experts, exploring how they transform dreams into reality by providing pivotal financial support in underserved landscapes.

Episodes

  1. 12/01/2024

    Urban Areas: Unearthed. Unchallenged. Unified.

    An insightful episode as Professor Champaka Rajagopalan unravels the intersection of architecture, policy, and urban planning. We delve into her spatial expertise influencing governance, discover insights shaping urban practices, and explore challenges confronting municipal corporations. A myriad of perspectives on global financial planning and India's approach. The intricacies of public-private partnerships in large-scale projects gleaned from Professor Rajagopal's impactful conversation.

    27 min

  2. 12/01/2024

    Cents and Sensibility: Women in Microfinance

    This episode navigates the fascinating fields of gender, economics, and microfinance with Dr. Smitha Radhakrishnan, a professor at Wellesley College. Drawing from her expertise and acclaimed book, 'Making Women Pay,' our conversation explores the nuances of microfinance effectiveness, the role of digital literacy, and the transformative potential of women-centric Microfinance Institutions. Gain valuable insights into policy changes and Dr. Radhakrishnan's vision for global collaboration.

    31 min

  3. 29/12/2023

    Swadhaar’s inclusion, ideals and impact

    In a captivating conversation with Ms. Urmee Mankar, the strategist spearheading Swadhaar's Strategic Projects and Partnerships, we explore the principles and genesis of Swadhaar. Ms. Mankar's journey in microfinance unfolds, explaining the sector's swift evolution, especially within the digital urban settings, Swadhaar's enduring dedication to microfinance remains constant.

    22 min

  4. 28/12/2023

    Micro Housing, Macro Impact

    Engaging in a dialogue with Mr. Jayesh Shah, the CEO of Svatantra MHFC, we discuss the contemporary significance of micro-housing finance. Mr. Shah illuminates the distinctive aspects differentiating their firm from traditional banks, shedding light on methodologies, customer-centric approaches, and the expanding horizons within this domain. While giving importance to each client and an informed approach, he fulfills the desire to have a home for many.

    22 min

  5. 26/12/2023

    Developmental Economics in a transformative era

    In an insightful conversation with Mr. Bhargav Dasgupta, a luminary in the insurance industry and currently serving as the Vice President of the Asian Development Bank, we explore the multifaceted role of major corporations in contributing to societal well-being—spanning climate financing to microfinance—and their collaborative efforts with governments, smaller institutions, and consumers to usher in a transformative era.

    17 min
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About

A podcast that follows the conversations of a high school student navigating through the fascinating terrains of finance, microfinance, and economics. Join the insightful dialogues with experts, exploring how they transform dreams into reality by providing pivotal financial support in underserved landscapes.

Information

  • Creator
    Raya Poredi
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
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    ECON-versations