The Flop Side

Priyanka & Nandita

In a world obsessed with the next big thing we look at the other side of business stories. While success is loud, failure is where the real wisdom lies. Every week, we peel back the curtain on the Indian startup ecosystem to uncover stories of companies that once soared, only to come crashing down. From disruptors that once dominated headlines to heavily funded favorites that vanished overnight, we explore the bad bets, boardroom battles and brutal reality of growth in India. Presenting… The Flop Side🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups. New episode out every Friday, 5pm IST

  1. 6 days ago

    S2E6: Zilingo - Fashion Forward, Books Backward

    They built the ultimate digital infrastructure for the Asian garment trade. 🏭👗 Their product-market fit was real. Their audited financials were not. So how did a single whistleblower bring Zilingo to its knees? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... #launch #podcast #startup #business #theflopside Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E6: Zilingo - Fashion Forward, Books Backward

  2. 31 Jul

    S2E5: Purple Squirrel - Off Campus, Off Track

    They built the bridge between classrooms and companies. 🏭📚 Thousands of students, hundreds of partners, a top VC believing in every bit of it. So what happens when your entire business runs on a calendar you don't control? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... #launch #podcast #startup #business #theflopside Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E5: Purple Squirrel - Off Campus, Off Track

  3. 24 Jul

    S2E4: Koinex - Crypto Boom, Regulatory Doom

    They built the ledger. The banks controlled the lock. 🔒📉 Volumes soared, users flooded in, but you can't trade what you can't bank. So how did a single regulatory circular freeze one of India's fastest-growing exchanges? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... #launch #podcast #startup #business #theflopside Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E4: Koinex - Crypto Boom, Regulatory Doom

  4. 17 Jul

    S2E3: Doodhwala - Fresh Milk, Sour Math

    Every household trusted the man at the door with a can of milk. 🥛 This startup rebuilt that trust as an app, and scaled it in three cities. So how did this milkman end up running dry? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... #launch #podcast #startup #business #theflopside Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E3: Doodhwala - Fresh Milk, Sour Math

  5. 10 Jul

    S2E2: Log9 Materials - Charged Up, Shorted Out

    This startup scaled patents into revenue. 📄💸 Betting on new chemistry paid off. Until foreign alternatives ran them off the ground. So how did Log9's battery run out of charge? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... #launch #podcast #startup #business #theflopside Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E2: Log9 Materials - Charged Up, Shorted Out

  6. 3 Jul

    S2E1: Koo - Borrowed Wings, Broken Flock

    Find out how Koo failed, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S2E1: Koo - Borrowed Wings, Broken Flock

  7. 5 Jun

    S1E10: Finale! - Failures In, Framework Out

    This is the finale of Season 1 on 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S1E10: Finale! - Failures In, Framework Out

  8. 29 May

    S1E9: Byju's - Glossy Screens, Concrete Liabilities

    Byju's conquered the nation's classrooms on a wave of venture capital. 📖📱 Until predatory debt and hidden liabilities completely destroyed its foundation So how did the finances spiral out of control for this edtech giant? Find out, on this week's episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups... Disclaimer This podcast is based on publicly available information, including news reports, articles, and interviews believed to be reliable at the time of recording. While reasonable care has been taken, the creators make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. All views, opinions, analyses, and interpretations expressed are those of the creators and are intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. They do not constitute facts, professional advice, or definitive accounts of events. This podcast may include commentary on companies, individuals, or events. Such content is not intended to defame, harm, or disparage any person or entity. References are made in good faith and based on publicly reported information. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and form their own conclusions. The creators disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content, to the fullest extent permitted under applicable Indian laws. All trademarks, company names, and brand references belong to their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only, without any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship implied.

    S1E9: Byju's - Glossy Screens, Concrete Liabilities
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In a world obsessed with the next big thing we look at the other side of business stories. While success is loud, failure is where the real wisdom lies. Every week, we peel back the curtain on the Indian startup ecosystem to uncover stories of companies that once soared, only to come crashing down. From disruptors that once dominated headlines to heavily funded favorites that vanished overnight, we explore the bad bets, boardroom battles and brutal reality of growth in India. Presenting… The Flop Side🎙️ Where we show you, the flip side of flop startups. New episode out every Friday, 5pm IST

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  • Creator
    Priyanka & Nandita
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Priyanka & Nandita
  • Show Website
    The Flop Side