The Let's chat with GB Podcast

Gaurav Bhagat

"Welcome to 'Let's Chat with GB' — a melting pot of ideas, passions, and inspirations. Join us as we dive deep with entrepreneurs charting new frontiers, fitness influencers reshaping our health narratives, chefs tantalizing our taste buds, sports personalities defining perseverance, and many more trailblazers. Each conversation is a journey, each story a lesson. Tune in and uncover the myriad facets of life, success, and the pursuit of passion with GB."

  1. NOV 3

    35 Years Inside Tihar, But not as a Prisoner | Ft. Ex-Jailer Sunil Gupta | Part 2 | EP 27

    What really happens behind prison walls? In this gripping conclusion of our two-part series, Sunil Gupta, former Tihar Jail officer and author of Black Warrant, takes us deep inside India’s most notorious prison, revealing stories that have never been shared so openly.From encounters with Charles Sobhraj, Subrata Roy, and Afzal Guru, to the moral and legal dilemmas surrounding death row, Gupta shares the realities of power, redemption, and reform inside one of the world’s largest prison systems.In this episode:1. How India’s judicial system and black warrant process really work2. The truth about women’s prisons and how gender bias affects inmates3. What it’s like to manage foreign prisoners, from Nigerians to Europeans4. The evolution of open prisons and rehabilitation programs in India5. Behind-the-scenes of Netflix’s “Black Warrant” and its real-life accuracy6. Sunil Gupta’s reflections on justice, mercy, and leadership from his decades in serviceWhether you’re fascinated by criminal justice, social reform, or true stories of courage from inside the system, this conversation offers a rare, unfiltered look into India’s prisons, straight from the man who ran them.Watch now to discover the human stories, moral conflicts, and surprising lessons from the other side of the bars.Timestamp:00:00 – Recap & Part 2 intro00:25 – Manu Sharma: conduct & Tihar Bakery revamp01:18 – “Sell in Courts” idea; outlets & perception shift03:37 – Inmate-run restaurant05:03 – Philanthropy for prisoners’ children06:44 – Why write “Black Warrant”07:10 – why judges break the pen08:38 – Death sentence pathway11:21 – 15-day protocol, solitary, religious texts; execution-day myths15:20 – Stance on death penalty27:04 – Rapid-fire34:30 – Netflix series production37:34 – Legal advocacy: women semi-open prisons & half-way homes42:53 – Foreign inmates & contraband52:09 – Personal toll & family life57:41 – 1986 Charles Sobhraj escape memory

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  2. SEP 6

    The Hustle Behind Hospitality: Amit Bagga on Building Daryaganj | Let's Chat With GB | EP-23

    What does it take to turn a family legacy into a modern-day empire? In this episode, we dive deep into the incredible journey of Amit Bagga, co-founder of Daryaganj – By the Inventors of Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani.Amit’s story is filled with resilience, bold decisions, and lessons that every entrepreneur can learn from.Highlights from this conversation:The real origin story of Butter Chicken and how it shaped India’s food culture.Amit’s bold vision to expand beyond India and take Indian cuisine global.Behind-the-scenes insights from Shark Tank India and the opportunities it unlocked.How Daryaganj scaled to multiple outlets while preserving authentic taste & customer trust.The mindset shifts needed to thrive in an industry where 70% of restaurants fail.This isn’t just a podcast about food — it’s about dreams, perseverance, and building something timeless. Whether you’re a food lover, a startup enthusiast, or someone looking for motivation, Amit’s journey offers wisdom you won’t find in business textbooks.Hit play now and discover how passion, patience, and persistence can transform challenges into triumphs.Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories from founders and creators shaping the future.If you enjoyed this episode, like, share, and comment your biggest learning — we’d love to hear your thoughts!________________________________________________________________________________Timestamp:2:03 - How’s Bangkok been going for you guys?3:22 - Do you have other cities planned—UAE on the cards?4:02 - Where did the idea really start?5:24 - Can you walk us through how butter chicken was invented?7:34 - Walk us through the pre-ideation stage—where did the ideation happen?10:08 - What is the fragrance?12:19 - Over the last 6 years, has the menu changed much?13:06 - What kind of break-even did a 50–60 seat outlet achieve?15:23 - How many outlets were functional coming into the pandemic?17:51 - What advice do you have for people entering the food business (pitfalls, etc.)?20:06 - Are most of your restaurants owned & operated (not franchised)?23:32 - When does a restaurant get a liquor license—and how long does it take?25:11 - Do you see different audience mixes across locations (family vs. corporate)?25:47 - In a new city, what are the top factors you look for before choosing a site?26:54 - What was the Shark Tank experience like—and what changed after?31:03 - Was your Shark Tank deal the best/highest at the time?31:46 - Did investor/franchise interest spike after the show?33:11 - How do you retain staff—cooks, servers, managers?34:14 - How much revenue comes from delivery/aggregators?35:02 - Are aggregators pushing too hard on restaurant margins?36:01 - Malls vs. high street—how do the dynamics differ?37:11 - What’s your marketing approach today—offline vs. online?38:36 - What’s happening with food influencers now?39:26 - Rapid-fire round42:51 - What does the future look like over the next few months/quarters?43:51 - What’s the secret sauce to smooth investor/partner relations?Gaurav BhagatFacebook = https://gauravbhagat.academy/38lgjVjInstagram = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3lKnSIhLinkedin = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3LTEFDb ___________________________________________________Gaurav Bhagat Academy Facebook = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3MSfkuXInstagram = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3sTZlo4Twitter = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3z12jLwLinkedin = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3PJhfUo________________________________________________________________________________WebsiteGaurav Bhagat Academy = http://bit.ly/38Pyez3​

    47 min

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"Welcome to 'Let's Chat with GB' — a melting pot of ideas, passions, and inspirations. Join us as we dive deep with entrepreneurs charting new frontiers, fitness influencers reshaping our health narratives, chefs tantalizing our taste buds, sports personalities defining perseverance, and many more trailblazers. Each conversation is a journey, each story a lesson. Tune in and uncover the myriad facets of life, success, and the pursuit of passion with GB."