Aleena Dissects

Aleena

Aleena is obsessed with dissecting every aspect of life, one step at a time. Catch her sit down each week with some fascinating minds from the world of advertising, marketing, brands, content, and beyond! In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on.  Which is why, at her company Social Media Dissect, Aleena and her team research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of their community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users.   The goal through this podcast is to curate the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space, and more So do subscribe to this feed because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

  1. 5D AGO

    TV Career, Fame & Vélaire Perfume ft Sajjad Khan & Mohsin Khan | Ep 89 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.instagram.com/khan_mohsinkhan/ & https://www.instagram.com/the.sajjadkhan/ In this episode, Mohsin Khan and his brother Sajjad Khan talk about their journey across acting, family, and building their perfume brand Vélaire.Mohsin shares his experience working in television, including Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, and how he views the industry today. He speaks about taking on new opportunities and why exploring business alongside acting felt like the right step at this stage of his career.Sajjad and Mohsin also discuss working together as brothers, the idea and vision behind Vélaire, and what it takes to build a brand from scratch. The conversation touches on fame, family, emotional moments, and the role their parents have played in shaping their mindset.This episode explores television, entrepreneurship, and brotherhood, and the journey of building something new beyond the screen.What we discussed:0:00 - Intro1:00 - Working Together as Brothers1:40 - The Vision Behind Vélaire11:40 - Sajjad & Mohsin’s Acting Careers22:27 - Are Indian TV Serials Cringe?28:00 - Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai & Acting Journey41:18 - Sajjad & Mohsin as Brothers45:36 - The Perks of Being Famous46:49 - What Makes Them Cry?53:00 - Parents & Brotherhood57:03 - Building Vélaire1:05:25 - OutroAlso available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ----------------------------------------------About Aleena Dissects:In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more.So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 7m
  2. FEB 18

    Truth About Alimony, Fake Cases, Child Custody & Misuse of Law ft Shaili Mazoomdar | Ep 88 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels -  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/  Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com  Guest: https://www.instagram.com/shailimuzoomdar89/  In this episode of Aleena Dissects, we sit down with divorce lawyer Shaili Mazoomdar to uncover the real truth about divorce in India. From the biggest reason marriages break today to the reality of alimony, domestic violence cases, child custody battles and fake allegations, this conversation goes beyond headlines and social media opinions. Shaili shares what people should know before approaching a divorce lawyer, when it is time to tolerate or walk away, how children silently suffer during separation, and why divorce is not an instant solution. She also breaks the myth that lawyers break homes and explains what actually happens inside family courts. If you want to understand divorce law in India, along with the emotional, financial and legal realities, this episode is a must watch. What we discussed: 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Being a Divorce Lawyer 5:29 - The Right Time to Visit a Divorce Lawyer 8:31 - Women, Divorce, and Children 10:50 - Should You Tolerate or Divorce? 15:33 - Biggest Reason for Divorce in India 22:09 - Finances in Divorce 31:47 - Fake Allegations Against Men in Divorce 37:00 - How Children Suffer in a Divorce 41:45 - Why Is Justice Delayed? 48:51 - Age Doesn’t Matter in Divorce Anymore 53:57 - Strangest Divorce Case 59:03 - Role of In-Laws in a Divorce 1:06:15 - Impact of Being a Divorce Lawyer 1:10:00 - Advice for People Seeking a Divorce 1:20:00 - Lawyers Are Often Misunderstood 1:28:23 - Outro Also available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn  ---------------------------------------------- About Aleena Dissects: In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on.  Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users.   Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more. So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 29m
  3. FEB 11

    Nayab Midha on Feminism, Middle Class Indian Women & Online Hate | Ep 87 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels -  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/  Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com  Guest: https://www.instagram.com/nayab.midha/  In this episode of Aleena Dissects, Nayab Midha talks about discovering her voice through poetry and the journey of expressing thoughts that often remain unspoken. She shares her perspective on identity, expectations, and the courage it takes to stand firm in your beliefs despite labels, judgement, and public opinion. Through her experiences, Nayab reflects on empowerment, self-expression, and the responsibility that comes with using art as a medium to reflect society. This conversation explores the realities of speaking your truth, challenging norms, and embracing individuality in a world that often tries to define you. Watch the full episode to experience an honest and thought-provoking conversation. What we discussed: 0:00 - Intro 3:18 - She Left Her Job for Poetry 6:46 - How She Became the “Muskurao Girl” 12:50 - Making Money as a Poet 21:08 - Poetry Doesn’t Come Only from Pain 22:38 - Struggles and Feminism 40:21 - Dealing with Online Hate 45:03 - Starting Poetry as a Career 56:49 - Skills You Need to Be a Poet 57:56 - “Female Zakir Khan” 58:41 - How to Get Recognition as an Artist 59:57 - Favourite Artists 1:03:33 - Learning Poetry 1:05:11 - Nayab Beyond Poetry 1:06:57 - The Future of Poetry 1:08:07 - Being from Shri Ganganagar 1:12:59 - “Meri Umar Ki Ladkiyaan” 1:13:57 - Outro Also available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn  ---------------------------------------------- About Aleena Dissects: In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on.  Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users.   Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more. So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 15m
  4. FEB 4

    Index Trading for Beginners: Risk, Stop Loss & Making Money ft Manish Hathiramani | Ep 86 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.instagram.com/m.hathiramani/ In this episode, Manish Hathiramani, index trader and technical analyst at Deen Dayal Investments, talks about how trading works without hype.He explains how money can be made even when markets fall, why market crashes don’t bother him, and why trading should be treated like a business, not gambling. Manish also shares lessons from the 2008 crash, how he uses stop loss to limit losses, and why discipline matters more than predictions.If you want an honest, no-jargon conversation about the stock market, risk, and mindset, this one is worth watching. Also available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ----------------------------------------------About Aleena Dissects:In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more.So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 39m
  5. JAN 29

    What parents are doing wrong in 2026 ft Dr. Nihar Parekh | Ep 85 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.instagram.com/drniharparekh/ In this episode of Aleena Dissects, we sit down with Dr. Nihar Parekh, a leading paediatrician, to discuss the modern challenges of raising healthy children. From letting kids simply be kids to dealing with rising childhood illnesses, screen time, and vaccines, Dr. Parekh shares his expert insights on what parents can do to support their child’s physical and mental well-being. He talks about the changing role of fathers, the impact of technology on social and emotional growth, and real-life experiences from his practice, including difficult diagnoses and critical situations. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or curious about child health, this episode offers valuable advice and a candid look into the world of paediatrics today.What we discussed:0:00 - Intro2:40 - The most difficult part of being a pediatrician5:42 - What does a pediatrician do?14:53 - Understanding a child’s sickness17:36 - Are home remedies safe?20:45 - Problems children are facing today28:31 - Meal plans for kids30:48 - Most heartbreaking cases48:27 - Vision behind Cheers Child Care52:32 - Is vaccination important?1:01:18 - Modern childhood problems1:06:55 - Advice for parents1:11:22 - Spirituality and karma1:13:50 - Launch of a new product1:17:35 - OutroAlso available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ----------------------------------------------About Aleena Dissects:In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more.So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 20m
  6. JAN 23

    How Plum Goodness Became India’s Favorite Skincare Brand ft Shankar Prasad | Ep 84 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shankarprasad/ In this episode, we sit down with Shankar Prasad, the founder of Plum Goodness, one of India’s fastest-growing skincare brands. Shankar shares his journey of building a ₹2000 crore brand from scratch, the challenges he faced, and the lessons that shaped Plum into a household name.From his philosophy of “chemistry done with heart” to creating products that actually work, he talks about the skincare myths, trends, and mistakes that every brand and user should know about. Shankar also opens up about failed products, tough decisions, and why Plum never sold fairness creams, carving its own niche in the Indian skincare market.Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, entrepreneur, or creator looking to launch your brand, this conversation is packed with insights, inspiration, and the real story behind Plum Goodness.What we discussed:Also available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ----------------------------------------------About Aleena Dissects:In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more.So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 37m
  7. JAN 22

    Sneh Rana on Her Cricket Journey, World Cup and Women’s Team | Ep 76 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.instagram.com/sneh_rana94/?hl=en In this episode, I sit down with Sneh Rana to talk about her cricket journey, from taking a 5-year break because of injury to making a strong comeback and winning the World Cup for India. She shares what the pressure felt like, how the team prepared, the bond between the players, and how life has changed after the World Cup win. We also spoke about her family’s support, appreciation from Sachin Tendulkar, her interaction with PM Narendra Modi, and what it takes to stay focused as an athlete. If you love cricket, real stories, and honest conversations, this episode is for you. What we discussed: 0:00 - Intro1:37 - Winning the Women’s World Cup 5:00 - Most Challenging Player 6:15 - Preparing for the World Cup 9:49 - Bond Between the Players 13:06 - Sneh Rana’s Cricket Journey 18:01 - Family’s Support in Sneh’s Career 21:33 - Sneh’s Cricket Career 24:48 - Making a Comeback After 5 Years 24:58 - Appreciation from Sachin Tendulkar 31:30 - Men vs Women Cricket Training 34:03 - Training Physically and Mentally 35:38 - Change in Society After Winning the World Cup 45:33 - Women Cricketers as Idols 47:41 - Interaction with PM Narendra Modi 49:45 - Maintaining Relationships Outside the Field 50:54 - Sneh Rana Beyond Cricket 56:22 - Future Plans 58:04 - Outro Also available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ---------------------------------------------- About Aleena Dissects: In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more. So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    59 min
  8. JAN 14

    Varun Duggirala on Shark Tank, AI, Agencies & Raising Kids in 2026 | Ep 83 | Aleena Dissects

    Dissect Channels - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleenadissects/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleena-gandhi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediadissect/ Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com Guest: https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/ In this episode, we sit down with Varun Duggirala, founder of EmoMee and co-founder of Glitch, to talk about building businesses from scratch, life after selling a company, and how agencies are changing today. Varun shares his experience of taking EmoMee to Shark Tank, using AI in content and YouTube, and building a company with his wife.The conversation also dives into modern parenting, podcasting, slowing down at the right time, and balancing life as a founder, husband, and father.What we discussed:0:00 - Intro2:57 - Building a business from scratch12:11 - Life after selling a business14:05 - Glitch: milestones and achievements20:35 - Agencies: then vs now28:26 - The reason behind starting EmoMee33:47 - AI tools for YouTube35:08 - Scaling EmoMee as a business43:38 - EmoMee on Shark Tank47:21 - Building a business with his wife51:27 - Raising children today57:08 - Varun Duggirala as a person1:07:06 - Varun’s podcasting career1:24:01 - Being a founder, husband, and father1:28:45 - When should you slow down?1:36:05 - OutroAlso available on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Gaana | JioSaavn ----------------------------------------------About Aleena Dissects:In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on. Which is why, Social Media Dissect, research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of our community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users. Aleena Dissects by Aleena curates the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space and more.So Subscribe to this channel because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!

    1h 37m

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Aleena is obsessed with dissecting every aspect of life, one step at a time. Catch her sit down each week with some fascinating minds from the world of advertising, marketing, brands, content, and beyond! In the pool of content you see today, it has become extremely difficult to find the content worth spending your time on.  Which is why, at her company Social Media Dissect, Aleena and her team research and review the advertising and marketing industry to put the best content in front of their community of 3,00,000 followers with a monthly reach of 30 million users.   The goal through this podcast is to curate the best thoughts, experiences and lessons by people across the media, entertainment, business, advertising space, and more So do subscribe to this feed because we spent hours researching the content that you should be watching and dissecting content that you should be consuming so you don’t have to!