Mic and Magic with Manan

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Welcome to Mic & Magic, where your host, 14-year-old Manan, sits down for insightful interviews with successful entrepreneurs, trailblazing athletes, and inspiring leaders. We go beyond the highlight reel to map out their entire career journey and the life path that led them to greatness. This isn't just another motivational podcast; it's your playbook for the future. Each conversation is packed with practical advice, actionable tips, and powerful lessons you can apply to your own life. Whether you're looking to build a career in a diverse field, improve your well-being through sports

  1. FEB 23

    Chess is Changing | Prachura P P | Former International Chess Player | Fyers American Gambits

    What happens when chess meets business, AI, and superstar athletes? In this episode, Manan sits down with Prachura — a professional chess player and entrepreneur — to talk about blindfold chess, global icons like Hikaru Nakamura, R Ashwin joining chess, and why India could become the next chess superpower. Chapters 00:00 Intro: Mic & Magic with Prachura 01:20 Learning Chess at 4 Years Old 02:10 How Blindfold Chess Works 02:55 Running a Global Chess League Team 03:30 Making Chess a Mass Sport in India 04:14 Hikaru Nakamura as Icon Player 05:01 R Ashwin Joining Chess 05:48 AI in Chess Training 07:34 Chess vs Business Strategy 08:21 Is Chess a Physical Sport? 09:11 The Future of Indian Chess 🎙 About the Episode: In this episode of Mic & Magic, 14-year-old host Manan speaks with Prachura about much more than just chess moves. This is not a boring technical chess interview. This is about: 1. Playing chess without even looking at the board 2. Working with world number two Hikaru Nakamura 3. Convincing cricket star R Ashwin to join a chess team 4. Using AI in chess training 5. Turning chess into a mass spectator sport in India 6. Running a chess team like a business 7. It’s chess… but bigger, smarter, and more exciting. 👤 About the Guest: Prachura is a professional chess player and entrepreneur.He co-owns a team in the Global Chess League and works with international stars like Hikaru Nakamura. He believes chess should not just be a niche sport — it should become a mainstream spectator sport in India.He combines: Chess strategy, Business thinking, AI innovation, Vision for Indian chess Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prachura/?hl=en  🔥 5 Key Takeaways >From This Episode: 🧠 1. Train Your Brain Like a Muscle Blindfold chess isn’t magic — it’s practice.
Prachura explains that the ability to calculate moves without seeing the board comes from consistent training and analysing games deeply.If you practise anything seriously — chess, cricket, coding, exams — your brain becomes stronger. Focus builds superpowers. ♟ 2. Think 5 Moves Ahead in Life Chess taught Prachura how to plan ahead — not just in games, but in business and decisions. He now uses chess strategy to: 1. Run a team 2. Make business decisions 3. Stay calm under pressure 
Success isn’t about reacting fast.
It’s about thinking ahead, staying calm, and making smart moves. 🤖 3. AI Is Changing Chess Forever AI engines now help players train from beginner to grandmaster level. Chess has become more accessible because of technology. 🇮🇳 4. India’s Chess Revolution Is Just Starting With corporate backing, world champions, and young talent rising, Indian chess is entering a new era. Follow Mic & Magic: - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mic.and.magic/ - X / Twitter – https://x.com/micandmagic - TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic * Listen on:* - YouTube Music Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts - Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/mic-and-magic-with-manan/ id1835196806  - Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1kbEtEA5YS6sES1shYvBJL - JioSaavn – https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/mic-and-magic-with-manan/1/0Rh,CYozGcg_ Loved This Episode? Like | Comment | Subscribe Your support helps us bring more inspiring youth and sports stories to the world. Contact: micandmagic@gmail.com

    10 min

  2. FEB 7

    Paintball in India: Adrenaline, Strategy & Real-Life Call of Duty | Mic & Magic with Manan

    Paintball is one of the fastest, most strategic action sports in the world—yet in India, it remains underrated, under-covered, and misunderstood. In this episode of Mic & Magic, Manan steps into the real-life version of Call of Duty to uncover how Indian players are training, competing, and fighting their way to international podiums—often without the spotlight they deserve. From 15-second adrenaline-packed games to World Cup-level tournaments, this conversation reveals how paintball in India is quietly evolving into a serious, skill-based sport backed by discipline, fitness, and mental toughness. Despite limited recognition, Indian players and coaches are working relentlessly—building teams brick by brick, enforcing world-class safety standards, and preparing athletes to compete globally. This episode shines a light on the grind behind the goggles.  Why should youngsters watch this episode? Because paintball builds confidence, leadership, teamwork, stress control, and sharp decision-making— skills that matter far beyond the field. If you love gaming, fast action, or high-intensity sports, this is where virtual instincts meet real-world courage. Hosted by Manan, who asks the questions every curious teen would want answered, this episode features three pioneers of Indian paintball—Rajdip Mitra, Swapneel Shetty, and Daryl De Nazareth—as they break down the sport, the mindset, and the mission to put India on the global paintball map. About the Guests Rajdip Mitra is a pioneer of professional paintball in India, having built the sport brick by brick for over 14 years. A coach, referee, and mentor, he has played a key role in training players from grassroots to international competition, shaping India’s presence on the global paintball stage. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rajdipmitra/ Swapneel Shetty is a seasoned competitive player and team leader, known for his strategic understanding of the game and experience in international tournaments. As a captain and mentor, he focuses on teamwork, discipline, and player development. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swapneelshetty/ Daryl De Nazareth brings deep technical expertise to the sport, specialising in game mechanics, equipment, safety protocols, and competitive formats. His role bridges performance and safety, making high-level paintball accessible to new and experienced players alike. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daryldenaz/?hl=en About PaintballX India             PaintballX India is one of the country’s leading professional paintball organisations, dedicated to growing the sport through structured training, competitive leagues, certified refereeing, and international representation. With a strong focus on safety, fitness, and skill-based gameplay, PaintballX India has been instrumental in putting Indian paintball on the global map. Insagram: https://www.instagram.com/paintballxindia/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaintballX/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@paintballxindia                            Follow Mic & Magic: -        YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q -        Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mic.and.magic/ -        X / Twitter – https://x.com/micandmagic -        TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic * Listen on:*      - YouTube Music Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts      - Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/mic-and-magic-with-manan/ id1835196806      - Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1kbEtEA5YS6sES1shYvBJL      - JioSaavn – https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/mic-and-magic-with-manan/1/0Rh,CYozGcg_   Loved This Episode? Like | Comment | Subscribe Your support helps us bring more inspiring youth and sports stories to the world. Contact: micandmagic@gmail.com

    25 min

  3. JAN 25

    Jaipur’s Rising Golf Star | From practice grounds to Olympic dreams | Shiksha Jain

    Why You Should Watch This What does it take for childhood curiosity to bring international sporting glory within reach?In this episode, a 14-year-old host sits down with a teenage golf prodigy, and the result is an inspiring, honest, and deeply motivating conversation about discipline, sacrifice, family, and dreaming big. This is not just a golf interview — it’s a story about grit, resilience, and believing in yourself when you’re still growing up.   ⛳ About the Episode In this episode of Mic & Magic with Manan, Manan chats with Shiksha Jain, one of India’s brightest junior golf stars, who turned professional at just 13. From grinding practice sessions in 45-degree heat, battling a career-threatening shoulder injury, to dreaming of representing India at the Olympics, Shiksha opens up about what it truly means to chase excellence at a young age — on and off the golf course. Through the eyes of a young host, this episode makes the elite sport relatable, aspirational, and very real for teens, students, and parents alike.   🌟 About the Guest Shiksha Jain is a junior golf champion from Jaipur, Rajasthan, and one of the Top 3 ranked junior girl golfers in India.She has competed in 80+ tournaments, won 68+ titles, and represented India across national and international events. Coached and caddied by her parents, Shiksha is known for her discipline, calm mindset, and fearless ambition, with her sights firmly set on the Commonwealth Games 2026 and Olympics 2028.   Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golfer_shiksha/   🔑 5 Key Takeaways from This Episode Turning Pro at 13: How Shiksha found belief and courage at an age when most kids are still figuring things out. Parents as Pillars: Why having her mom and dad as coach and caddy makes all the difference. Comeback Mindset: Lessons from a tough shoulder injury that kept her away from golf. Extreme Conditions: Training, practicing, and competing in 45°C heat — mentally and physically. Big Dreams: Visualising the Indian flag behind her on the Olympic podium in 2028. ⏱️ Timestamps00:00:00 Intro – Mic & Magic with Shiksha Jain 00:00:42 A Day in the Life of a Junior Pro Golfer 00:01:38 Why More Girls Should Play Golf 00:02:30 Favourite Clubs & Equipment Choices 00:03:20 Breaking Down Her Golf Swing 00:04:35 Favourite Tournaments & Travel Experiences 00:05:42 Balancing School and Professional Golf 00:06:58 Turning Pro at 13 00:07:55 Battling a Shoulder Injury & Mental Strength 00:09:10 Parents as Coach & Caddy 00:10:18 Playing in 45°C Heat 00:11:05 Strategy for Windy Conditions 00:12:00 Proudest Golfing Moment 00:13:05 Olympic Dreams & Future Goals 00:14:10 Fun Rapid Fire: Snacks, Lucky Charms & Bag Essentials   Follow Mic & Magic:- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q- Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mic.and.magic/- X / Twitter – https://x.com/micandmagic- TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@MicAndMagicFollow our Guest:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golfer_shiksha/ 🎧 Listen on:- YouTube Music Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts- Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/mic-and-magic-with-manan/id1835196806- Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1kbEtEA5YS6sES1shYvBJL- JioSaavn – https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/mic-and-magic-with-manan/2/0Rh💬 Loved This Episode?Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Subscribe 🔔Your support helps us bring more inspiring youth and sports stories to the world.✉️ Contact: micandmagic@gmail.com#ShikshaJain #JuniorGolf #IndianGolf #GirlsInGolf #YouthSports#MicAndMagic #GolfPodcast #YoungAthletes #Olympics2028#WomenInSports #IndianSports #TeenAchievers #GolfIndia

    11 min

  4. JAN 13

    WPL स्टार श्रेयंका की सोच | Mic and Magic with Manan

    14-Year-Old Cricket Fan Grills WPL Champion Shreyanka Patil! | Mic and Magic Ep. 1 body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px; background-color: #f4f4f4; } .container { background-color: white; padding: 30px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); } h1 { color: #1DB954; border-bottom: 3px solid #1DB954; padding-bottom: 10px; } h2 { color: #191414; margin-top: 25px; } .section { margin-bottom: 25px; } ul { list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; } ul li { padding: 8px 0; border-left: 3px solid #1DB954; padding-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 10px; } .timestamps { background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; } .timestamps p { margin: 5px 0; } a { color: #1DB954; text-decoration: none; } a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } .links { background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 20px; } .hashtags { color: #1DB954; font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 20px; } 14-Year-Old Cricket Fan Grills WPL Champion Shreyanka Patil! | Mic and Magic Ep. 1 आपको यह वीडियो क्यों देखना चाहिए: क्या आपने कभी सोचा है कि जब एक 14 साल का क्रिकेट सुपरफैन भारत की निडर बॉलिंग सेंसेशन (Bowling Sensation) के साथ बैठता है, तो क्या होता है? यह वही बातचीत है—बिल्कुल सच्ची, ईमानदार और बिना किसी बनावट के। एपिसोड के बारे में: 'Mic and Magic' के इस एपिसोड में, हमारे 14 वर्षीय होस्ट मनन, बेहतरीन श्रेयांका पाटिल के साथ बातचीत कर रहे हैं। यह चर्चा क्रिकेट के आंकड़ों से कहीं आगे जाती है। यह कोई आम इंटरव्यू नहीं है—यह एक युवा फैन की उस यात्रा में गहराई से उतरने की कोशिश है कि कैसे बैंगलोर की एक लड़की भारत की सबसे खतरनाक गेंदबाजों में से एक बनी, और जब सब कुछ बिखरता हुआ लगे, तो वापसी करने के लिए क्या करना पड़ता है। गेस्ट के बारे में: श्रेयांका पाटिल टीम इंडिया की बॉलिंग ऑलराउंडर हैं और WPL में रॉयल चैलेंजर्स बैंगलोर (RCB) की प्रमुख खिलाड़ी हैं। बैंगलोर की यह स्थानीय खिलाड़ी अपनी टीम को जब भी जरूरत होती है, महत्वपूर्ण विकेट लेने के लिए जानी जाती हैं। RCB की ऐतिहासिक पहली WPL ट्रॉफी जीत में उनकी भूमिका बेहद अहम रही है। इस एपिसोड की 5 मुख्य बातें (Key Takeaways): सफलता के लिए त्याग: श्रेयांका ने घर के आराम को छोड़कर ट्रेनिंग पर फोकस करने और ट्रैफिक से बचने के लिए किशोरावस्था में ही घर छोड़ने का साहसी फैसला क्यों लिया। उनके "दो पिता": अपने पिता और कोच अर्जुन देव के साथ उनके रिश्ते की खूबसूरत कहानी, जो उन्हें अपनी बेटी की तरह मानते हैं। WPL जीतना: श्रेयांका ने बताया कि दुनिया के सर्वश्रेष्ठ खिलाड़ियों के साथ खेलने और RCB के लिए वह पहली ट्रॉफी उठाने का अहसास कैसा था। सबसे मुश्किल दौर: लगातार चार चोटों (इंजरी)—शिन स्प्लिन्ट्स (shin splints) से लेकर फ्रैक्चर तक—से जूझने और क्रिकेट को लगभग हमेशा के लिए छोड़ देने के विचार का एक बेहद ईमानदार किस्सा। एक बॉलिंग फेनोमेनन: उस मैच की कहानी जब उन्होंने एक ही मैच में सिर्फ 24 रन देकर 9 विकेट लिए थे! ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 इंट्रो: Mic & Magic श्रेयांका पाटिल के साथ 00:53 क्रिकेट के लिए घर के आराम का त्याग 01:49 डिज्नी और कार्टून के लिए प्यार 02:11 भरतनाट्यम से बॉलीवुड डांस तक 02:33 गिटार, गोल्फ और जेमिमा रोड्रिग्स 03:22 कोच अर्जुन देव के साथ रिश्ता 04:16 WPL 2024 जीतना और विराट कोहली की दीवानगी 05:05 मुश्किल दौर: चोट और वर्ल्ड कप 06:22 लगातार 4 चोटों से उबरना 08:40 पुरुषों के मैच में 9 विकेट लेना 09:18 साहसी पल: फ्रैक्चर के साथ खेलना 09:48 4.5M इंस्टाग्राम फॉलोअर्स को संभालना 10:37 RCB और चिन्नास्वामी स्टेडियम के लिए प्यार 11:30 "श्रेयांका पावर ब्राउनी" की कहानी 12:27 निष्कर्ष 🔗 Mic & Magic को फॉलो करें: • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mic.and.magic/ • X / Twitter – https://x.com/micandmagic • TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic हमारे गेस्ट को फॉलो करें: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreyanka_patil31/?hl=en 🎧 यहाँ सुनें (Listen on): • YouTube Music Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/mic-and-magic-with-manan/id1835196806 • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1kbEtEA5YS6sES1shYvBJL • JioSaavn – https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/mic-and-magic-with-manan/2/0Rh 💬 क्या आपको यह एपिसोड पसंद आया? YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify या JioSaavn पर अपना रिव्यू (Review) जरूर दें! आपका फीडबैक हमें और भी बेहतरीन कहानियां लाने में मदद करता है। ✉️ संपर्क (Contact): Email: micandmagic@gmail.com #ShreyankaPatil #WPL #WomensCricket #IndianCricket #CricketInterview #MicAndMagic #RCB #TeamIndia #CricketPodcast #SportsInterview #WPL2024 #RoyalChallengers #BangaloreCricket #YoungHost #InspiringStories #CricketJourney #WomenInSports #IndianSports

    10 min

  5. JAN 11

    WPL Star Shreyanka Patil Reveals the Mindset of a World-Class All-Rounder | Mic and Magic with Manan

    Why you should watch this: Ever wondered what happens when a 14-year-old cricket superfan gets to sit down with India's fearless bowling sensation? This is that conversation—raw, honest, and completely unfiltered. About the Episode: In this episode of Mic and Magic, host Manan, just 14 years old, sits down with the incredible Shreyanka Patil for a conversation that goes way beyond cricket stats. This isn't your typical interview—it's a young fan diving deep into the journey of how a Bangalore girl became one of India's most feared bowlers, and what it really takes to fight back when everything seems to be falling apart. About the Guest: Shreyanka Patil is a bowling all-rounder for Team India and a key player for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the WPL. The Bangalore local is known for her knack of picking up crucial wickets when her team needs them most, and she was instrumental in RCB's historic maiden WPL trophy win. 5 Key Takeaways from this Episode: - Sacrifices for Success: Why Shreyanka made the brave decision to move out of her family home as a teenager just to avoid traffic and focus on training. - Her "Two Dads": The beautiful story of her bond with both her biological father and her coach Arjun Dev, who treats her like his own daughter. - Winning the WPL: Shreyanka shares what it felt like to play alongside the world's best and lift that maiden trophy for RCB. - The Darkest Phase: A brutally honest account of battling four consecutive injuries—from shin splints to fractures—and how she nearly walked away from cricket for good. - A Bowling Phenomenon: The story behind how she once took 9 wickets in a single match for just 24 runs! ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Mic & Magic with Shreyanka Patil 00:53 Sacrificing Home Comforts for Cricket 01:49 Love for Disney & Cartoons 02:11 From Bharatnatyam to Bollywood Dance 02:33 Guitar, Golf & Jemimah Rodrigues 03:22 Bond with Coach Arjun Dev 04:16 Winning WPL 2024 & Virat Kohli Fandom 05:05 The Tough Phase: Injuries & World Cup 06:22 Overcoming 4 Back-to-Back Injuries 08:40 Taking 9 Wickets in a Men's Match 09:18 The Daredevil Moment: Playing with a Fracture 09:48 Handling 4.5M Instagram Followers 10:37 Love for RCB & Chinnaswamy Stadium 11:30 The "Shreyanka Power Brownie" Story 12:27 Conclusion 🔗 Follow Mic & Magic: - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mic.and.magic/ - X / Twitter – https://x.com/micandmagic - TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic Follow our Guest: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreyanka_patil31/?hl=en 🎧 Listen on: - YouTube Music Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts - Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/mic-and-magic-with-manan/id1835196806 - Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1kbEtEA5YS6sES1shYvBJL - JioSaavn – https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/mic-and-magic-with-manan/2/0Rh 💬 Loved this episode? Drop a review on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or JioSaavn! Your feedback helps us bring you more incredible stories. ✉️ Contact: Email: micandmagic@gmail.com #ShreyankaPatil #WPL #WomensCricket #IndianCricket #CricketInterview #MicAndMagic #RCB #TeamIndia #CricketPodcast #SportsInterview #WPL2024 #RoyalChallengers #BangaloreCricket #YoungHost #InspiringStories #CricketJourney #WomenInSports #IndianSports

    13 min

  6. 12/29/2025

    Cricket Legend Justin Langer: अभ्यास, मेंटर्स और वो ऐतिहासिक साझेदारी | Mic and Magic

    Mic and Magic - Justin Langer Interview Mic and Magic के इस विशेष एपिसोड में, हम ऑस्ट्रेलियाई क्रिकेट के दिग्गज Justin Langer के साथ बातचीत कर रहे हैं! उन्होंने क्रिकेट और जीवन में सफल होने के लिए बहुमूल्य सुझाव साझा किए हैं, जिसमें अभ्यास और अनुशासन के महत्व से लेकर Matthew Hayden के साथ उनकी अविश्वसनीय साझेदारी की बातें शामिल हैं। एक मजबूत बल्लेबाज बनने, दबाव को संभालने और Shane Warne के अभ्यास रूटीन के पीछे के राज को जानने के लिए पूरा इंटरव्यू देखें! 👤 अतिथि (Guest): Justin Langer | ऑस्ट्रेलियाई क्रिकेट कोच और पूर्व क्रिकेटर 🎙️ होस्ट (Host): Manan | Mic & Magic पॉडकास्ट 🕒 Timestamps 0:00 - परिचय (Intro) 0:35 - क्रिकेट के दिग्गज Justin Langer के साथ इंटरव्यू 0:51 - खेल में टैलेंट बनाम अनुशासन/चरित्र 1:30 - एक बेहतरीन मेंटर होने का महत्व 2:00 - मैथ्यू हेडन के साथ साझेदारी को किस बात ने खास बनाया 2:39 - एक मजबूत बल्लेबाज बनने के टिप्स 3:11 - बल्लेबाज के लिए सबसे जरूरी चीज: गेंद को देखना 4:39 - वह अवसर जिसे आप छोड़ नहीं सकते: निराशा से सीखना 5:17 - युवा क्रिकेटर कैसे पहचान बनाएं और मेंटरशिप पाएं 6:11 - The Ashes को क्या खास बनाता है 6:51 - दौड़ना और वार्म-अप ट्रेनिंग का "सबसे अच्छा हिस्सा" क्यों हैं 8:07 - असहज होने में सहज बनें 8:24 - एक आदत जिसने उन्हें विश्व स्तरीय चैंपियन बनाया 9:30 - शेन वॉर्न का गुप्त अभ्यास रूटीन 10:02 - रिकी पोंटिंग पर जस्टिन लैंगर की राय 10:33 - ऑस्ट्रेलियाई स्टेडियमों को क्या अनोखा बनाता है 11:19 - अपने करियर की शुरुआत में उन्होंने दबाव को कैसे संभाला 11:52 - सबसे कठिन गेंदबाज जिसका उन्होंने सामना किया 12:21 - भिंडी मसाला बनाम स्टेक (और भिंडी मसाला के लिए उनका प्यार!) 12:45 - ड्रेसिंग रूम का सबसे मजेदार पल 13:11 - एक ऑस्ट्रेलियाई स्लैंग जो हर भारतीय को पता होना चाहिए 🔗 Mic & Magic को सोशल मीडिया पर फॉलो करें: YouTube – youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q Instagram – instagram.com/mic.and.magic X / Twitter – x.com/micandmagic TikTok – tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic 🎧 Mic & Magic को यहाँ सुनें: YouTube Podcasts – youtube.com/@micandmagicpodcast/podcasts Apple Podcasts – podcasts.apple.com Spotify – open.spotify.com JioSaavn – jiosaavn.com 💬 रिव्यु छोड़ें (Leave a Review) क्या आपको यह एपिसोड पसंद आया? YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, या JioSaavn पर अपना रिव्यु जरूर छोड़ें। आपका फीडबैक हमें आपके लिए और अधिक दमदार कहानियां लाने में मदद करता है। ✉️ ईमेल: micandmagic@gmail.com #JustinLanger #CricketInterview #MatthewHayden #ShaneWarne #RickyPonting #CricketTips #TheAshes #SportsPodcast #IndianPodcast

    14 min

  7. 12/29/2025

    Cricket Legend Justin Langer on Practice, Mentors, and That Iconic Partnership | Mic and Magic

    Mic and Magic - Justin Langer Interview In this special episode of Mic and Magic, we sit down with Australian cricket legend Justin Langer! He shares invaluable insights on what it takes to succeed in cricket and life, from the importance of practice and discipline to his incredible partnership with Matthew Hayden. Guest: Justin Langer | Australian Cricket Coach and Former Cricketer Host: Manan | Mic & Magic Podcast 🕒 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Interview with Justin Langer 0:51 - Talent vs. Discipline in sports 1:30 - Importance of having a mentor 2:00 - Partnership with Matthew Hayden 2:39 - Tips for becoming a strong batsman 3:11 - Most important thing: watching the ball 4:39 - Learning from disappointment 5:17 - How young cricketers can get noticed 6:11 - What makes The Ashes special 6:51 - Why warm-ups are the "best part" 8:07 - Get comfortable being uncomfortable 8:24 - Habit that made him a champion 9:30 - Shane Warne's secret practice routine 10:02 - Opinion on Ricky Ponting 10:33 - What makes Australian stadiums unique 11:19 - Handling pressure early in career 11:52 - Toughest bowler he ever faced 12:21 - Bindi Masala vs. Steak 12:45 - Funniest dressing room moment 13:11 - Australian slang for Indians 🔗 FOLLOW MIC & MAGIC: YouTube: youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q Instagram: instagram.com/mic.and.magic Twitter: x.com/micandmagic TikTok: tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic 🎧 LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts Spotify JioSaavn 💬 Leave a review! Your feedback helps us bring more powerful stories. ✉️ Email: micandmagic@gmail.com #JustinLanger #CricketInterview #MatthewHayden #ShaneWarne #RickyPonting #SportsPodcast

    14 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    फोकस से फायर तक: ईशा तकसाले शूटिंग, अनुशासन और मानसिक शक्ति पर | माइक एंड मैजिक विद मनन

    Mic and Magic - Isha Taksale Interview ✅ Correction: At 6:20 Coach's Name is: Smita Kamble and not Smita Shirur In this powerful episode of Mic & Magic with Manan, we sit down with Isha Taksale, one of India's most promising junior rifle shooters, to understand what it truly takes to perform under pressure when it's just you, your mind, and the target. Shooting isn't about brute strength. It's about precision, patience, mental discipline, and staying present for every single shot. From handling distractions and social media, to making comebacks during tough phases, Isha opens up about the unseen mental side of elite shooting — the part most people never talk about. Isha Taksale is part of the Gear For Gold program supported by the Infosys Foundation. 🎙️ Guest: Isha Taksale — Indian Junior Rifle Shooter Instagram: instagram.com/ishaataksale Host: Manan | Mic & Magic Podcast 🕒 TIMESTAMPS 00:48 – Starting the shooting journey 02:11 – Buying the first gun 03:00 – Overview of shooting sports 03:31 – How scoring works in shooting 04:18 – The shot sequence 05:03 – Competitive shooting kit 05:40 – Favourite kit item (the cap) 06:05 – Training schedule & coaching 06:30 – Home practice 06:37 – Physical workout for a motionless sport 07:26 – Training the mind for shooting 08:26 – Attending workshops 08:44 – Workshop impact on performance 08:56 – Juggling studies and shooting 09:45 – Specific exercises & workshop details 12:04 – Making a comeback during a match 13:14 – Pre-shot routines & superstitions 15:05 – Life improvements from shooting 16:02 – Recommendations for improving as a shooter 17:26 – Biggest moment so far 20:08 – Experience at ISSF competitions 22:04 – Travelling the world for sport 22:49 – Fighting under pressure 24:18 – Focus in life & ignoring distractions 25:42 – Future ambitions 26:52 – Supporting the GoSports Foundation 🔗 FOLLOW MIC & MAGIC: YouTube: youtube.com/@UCV6NNvHywv9lgDC1JWZJg0Q Instagram: instagram.com/mic.and.magic Twitter: x.com/micandmagic TikTok: tiktok.com/@MicAndMagic 🎧 LISTEN ON: YouTube Podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify JioSaavn 💬 Leave a review! Your feedback helps us bring more powerful stories. 📩 Email: micandmagic@gmail.com #IshaTaksale #RifleShooting #IndianShooting #MentalStrength #GearForGold #InfosysFoundation #SportsPodcast

    30 min
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Welcome to Mic & Magic, where your host, 14-year-old Manan, sits down for insightful interviews with successful entrepreneurs, trailblazing athletes, and inspiring leaders. We go beyond the highlight reel to map out their entire career journey and the life path that led them to greatness. This isn't just another motivational podcast; it's your playbook for the future. Each conversation is packed with practical advice, actionable tips, and powerful lessons you can apply to your own life. Whether you're looking to build a career in a diverse field, improve your well-being through sports

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  • Creator
    Manan Periwal
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Manan Periwal
  • Show Website
    Mic and Magic with Manan