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Welcome to Chat Masala, presented by Athena Education, bringing you insights from the greatest leaders across industries. Learn what it takes to get to the top straight from the source. Hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, visionary educator and pioneer of the liberal arts.

  1. Personalized medicine: genomic mapping and the future of Indian healthcare | Dr Ritu Garg, Fortis

    06/27/2024

    Personalized medicine: genomic mapping and the future of Indian healthcare | Dr Ritu Garg, Fortis

    What does the future hold for healthcare, and how are innovations shaping the landscape? Join us on Chat Masala as we sit down with Dr. Ritu Garg, Chief Growth & Innovation Officer at Fortis Hospitals to explore the cutting-edge advancements revolutionizing medicine. From robotics to personalized therapies, we delve into the exciting developments paving the way for a healthier tomorrow. --- Timestamps ⏱️ 0:00 - 1:24 Introduction 1:24 - 2:48 Robotics in medicine 2:48 - 3:50 Personalized medicine 3:50 - 5:06 Gene therapies 5:06 - 7:08 Affordability of Indian healthcare 7:08 - 8:48 Personalised cancer detection 8:50 - 11:13 Precision, targeted therapies 11:13 - 16:20 Digitizing and consolidating medical data 18:47 - 20:20 Straddling medicine and business 20:20 - 22:00 Crucial career advice 22:00 - 25:44 The relationship between doctors and administrators 25:44 - 28:15 Rapidfire --- Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session --------------------------------- #chatmasala #podcast #fortishospital #fortishealthcare

    28 min
  2. Behind the scenes of a Bollywood film set | Charu Shankar opens up

    06/27/2024

    Behind the scenes of a Bollywood film set | Charu Shankar opens up

    In this eye-opening episode of Chat Masala, we interview Charu Shankar, an actor, dancer, and choreographer who has played many significant roles in films, web series, and short films. She is best known for her leading role as Mehrunissa in Epic Channels flagship show Siyaasat and has been widely praised for her portrayal of Indira Gandhi in Sony Liv's award-winning web series Rocket Boys. Her performance in the movie Animal was also well-recognized. She opens up about her diverse experiences working on Bollywood film sets alongside prominent filmmakers like Mira Nair, Ram Madhvani, and more. She reveals the key tips and tricks to manage your nerves, master your craft, and really optimize your physical and mental well-being. Finally, she describes the value and importance of performing with a sense of profound kindness, discipline, and above all, truth. Beyond the films, she recounts her pivot to the space of women's health, pre and post-natal fitness, and holistic care for young urban parents. Whether you're passionate about entering the movies or are just struggling to navigate your career path, this action-packed interview is sure to leave you brimming with optimism. Timestamps: 0:00 - 0:48 Preview 0:48 - 2:02 Introduction 2:02 - 4:15 Choosing a career path 4:15 - 5:20 Studying health and fitness 5:20 - 9:10 How to plan your future 9:10 - 13:30 Lessons from a Bollywood film set 13:30 - 18:30 Managing your nerves and mastering your craft 18:30 - 22:03 Maximizing downtime 22:03 - 24:07 Venturing into post natal care 24:07 - 26:37 The value of discipline 26:37 - 27:15 Finding a sense of purpose 27:15 - 29:00 Raising feminist men 29:00 - 35:03 Rapidfire Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session --------------------------------- #charushankar #animal #bollywood #rocketboys #delhicrime #aryaa #tvseries #siyasat #bollywoodpodcast #podcast #charu #shankar #chat #masala #chatmasala

    35 min
  3. The reality of bridging gaps in education | Shaveta Sharma Kukreja, MD, Central Square Foundation

    06/27/2024

    The reality of bridging gaps in education | Shaveta Sharma Kukreja, MD, Central Square Foundation

    Can you solve India's education puzzle? Join us in this insightful episode of Chat Masala, where Rahul Subramaniam, co-founder of Athena Education, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shaveta Sharma-Kukreja, MD & CEO of Central Square Foundation. With an impressive career journey encompassing key roles at Citibank and BCG, she now leads impactful initiatives in the development and education sector. We're exploring the intricacies of solving education problems in India, Shaveta's successful career in development, the challenges of transitioning from corporate to the nonprofit sector, and key insights into systemic reform, bridging implementation gaps, and the impact of the National Education Policy 2020 and COVID on education. Gain valuable advice on career growth, the importance of a human brand, and how individuals can make a meaningful difference by engaging with state solutions. ---- Timestamps ⏱️ 00:00 - 00:24 Preview 00:25 - 01:09 Introduction 01:10 - 04:16 Leap from corporate career to development sector 04:17 - 07:32 Navigating your career crossroads 07:33 - 12:30 Why the intent of learning is important? 12:31- 16:14 Philanthropy in India 16:15- 19:56 Strategic system reform at Central Square Foundation 19:57 - 25:11 Assessing educational gaps 25:12 - 29:10 Evaluation and engagement at administration level 29:11 - 39:24 Case of UP and Haryana (what is our role?) 39:25 - 41:06 3 skills you need in 2023 41:07: 43:34 Rapid fire --- Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session ---------------------------------

    44 min
  4. The Chemistry of Ayurveda | Dr. Chorghade, Visiting Scientist, Caltech, Harvard, MIT, Cambridge

    06/27/2024

    The Chemistry of Ayurveda | Dr. Chorghade, Visiting Scientist, Caltech, Harvard, MIT, Cambridge

    Which chemical reaction makes cooked basmati rice so fragrant? Have you ever wondered how plants like tulsi, turmeric, and karela might be used to prevent and even cure disease? This highly-anticipated Chat Masala with Dr. Mukund Chorghade, a distinguished professor of Organic Chemistry, reveals answers to these and many more intriguing questions in the world of chemistry. We dig into topics like what traits differentiate Nobel Laureates from the rest of us, the ethical consequences of making drugs, and most of all, what are a chemist's favorite jokes! We also talk about the role of integrity in research, some crazy stories of how witnessing a border skirmish on the Indo-Chinese border sparked his love of the field, his many interactions with Nobel Laureates, and even weighs in on the existence of inorganic lifeforms. This episode of Chat Masala is a must-watch to all the budding chemists out there. ~~ Timestamps: 0:00 - 1:49 Introduction 1:49 - 2:41 Non-carbon lifeforms 2:41 - 4:50 India’s border skirmish with China 4:50 - 7:45 Meeting Professor Glen D. Seeborg 7:45 - 10:06 Academic and professional journey 10:06 - 16:05 What makes a Nobel Laureate? 16:05 - 19:00 Process-driven medicinal chemistry 19:20 - 20:30 The ethics of drug discovery 20:30 - 21:57 The unintended consequences of drugs 21:57 - 23:50 Drug causes birth defects 23:50 - 26:20 The future of the chemistry field 26:20 - 27:27 Bridging the gulf between allopathy and Ayurveda 27:27 - 29:15 The chemistry and uses of turmeric 29:15 - 30:45 Pomegranate can cure prostate cancer? 30:45 - 32:57 Tulsi plant for COVID treatment 32:57 - 35:05 Plants that can manage obesity 35:05 - 35:35 Karela for blood sugar 35:35 - 38:35 Crazy reason I became an entrepreneur 38:35 -39:57 The best part of being a professor and businessperson 39:57 - 41:35 Ayush ministry 41:35 - 44:36 Chemistry jokes and fun 44:36 - 49:44 Rapid fire ~~~ Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session ---------------------------------

    50 min

  5. 01/28/2024

    The surprising reality of US deployment to Afghanistan | Former platoon leader, Rajiv Srinivasan

    In this episode of Chat Masala, we speak with Rajiv Srinivasan, an alum of West Point Military Academy and Wharton, and former platoon leader in Afghanistan. He opens up about his journey as an Indian in the US military, insights gained while interacting with tribal elders in Kandahar, and the most important skills young people require for success in the twenty-first century. Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:16 Introduction 2:16 - 6:30 Choosing to go to West Point Military Academy 6:30 - 8:21 The diversity in the US military 8:21 - 10:51 West Point vs Ivy Leagues 10:51 - 15:30 What elite universities lack 15:30 - 17:40 Human empathy during wartime 17:40 - 19:38 Life in Kandahar 19:38 - 22:00 The blinders of righteousness 22:00 - 24:20 Interacting with the tribal elders 24:20 - 27:15 Grappling with intellectual adversaries 27:15 - 30:00 How military skills apply in the the real world 30:00 - 33:15 The importance of digital discipline 33:15 - 35:16 The value of video games 35:16 - 37:06 The doom scroll 37:06 - 40:05 Conquering your physical health 40:04 - 43:35 A day in the life 43:35 -45:09 My journey with sobreity and veganism 45:09 - 54:55 Rapidfire Founded by two visionary Princeton graduates in 2014, Athena is on a mission to transform the education landscape in India and across the globe. We empower high-school students to secure admissions into elite universities worldwide, unlocking their full potential. With our exceptional team of consulting and writing experts, in-house tech instructors, research and art mentors, and a Harvard admissions consultant, we offer personalized one-on-one mentorship in all areas, from authentic extracurricular profile development to masterful college applications. Today, Athena stands as India’s largest premium education consulting firm for undergraduate study abroad, serving students in over 16 countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session ---------------------------------

    55 min
  6. How VMart became a pan-India retail giant | Chat Masala with Lalit Agarwal, Founder of @VMartRetail

    11/25/2023

    How VMart became a pan-India retail giant | Chat Masala with Lalit Agarwal, Founder of @VMartRetail

    Can you change an entire society with just a pair of jeans? In this episode of Chat Masala, our host, Rahul Subramaniam, interviews Mr. Lalit Agarwal, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of V-Mart, one of India's leading fashion and lifestyle retail chains. From growing up in a tailor’s shop after school and learning the trade to running his own business while in college, he shares surprising insights about how to sell high-quality, durable products to consumers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. With lessons in empathy, creativity, and strategic business decisions, he teaches us how to empathize with diverse regional cultures, and then drive change organically within those cultures, bringing liberalization and modernizing, with just a pair of jeans. ~~ Timestamps 🕒 0:00 - 0:42 Sneak peak 0:42 - 1:45 Introductions 1:45 - 5:57 Early years of entrepreneurship 5:57 - 8:40 Working in a tailor’s shop 8:40 - 12:22 Running a business during college 12:22 - 16:31 Selling to a vastly diverse India 16:31 - 21:28 Changing Srinagar’s fashion 21:28 - 24:45 Fashion drives social change 24:45 - 28:54 Reasons for VMart’s Success 28:54 - 33:48 Crucial entrepreneurship skills 33:48 - 44:26 The importance of mindset Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia Book a counseling session here: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/book-a-session --------------------------------- #vmart #vmartretail #retail #collegecounseling #clothingbrand #jeans #salwarsuit #leadershipdevelopment #professional #professionaldevelopment #youngentrepreneur #tier2

    44 min
  7. How this VC fund is Promoting Gender Equality | Seema Chaturvedi, Founder, AWE Funds

    09/09/2023

    How this VC fund is Promoting Gender Equality | Seema Chaturvedi, Founder, AWE Funds

    Are financial returns and social returns necessarily at odds? Is there a way organizations can promote gender equity AND increase profitability exponentially? Join us for another illuminating installment of Chat Masala, hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, where we are in conversation with Ms. Seema Chaturvedi, founder of Achieving Women Equity (AWE) Funds. She is focused on investing in innovative enterprises that positively impact gender balance, by investing in women-owned, led, and influenced companies in India. Throughout the conversation, we dive into the difference between venture capital and private equity, how female entrepreneurs and startup founders can gain agency through technology, and the biggest reason companies are accidentally leaving tons of money on the table. ~~~ Timestamps: 0:00 - 0:58 Introductions 0:58 - 2:50 How to measure 'impact' 2:50 - 10:51 Financial returns vs Social returns 10:51 - 13:20 Gender balance in women-led venture funds 13:20 - 15:48 Venture capital vs Private Equity 15:48 - 17:30 The difference between equality and equity 17:30 - 21:40 Trends in female labor force participation 21:40 - 23:22 Women's entrepreneurs embracing technology 23:22 - 26:12 Seema's journey to founding AWE 26:12 - 27:50 Skills for young entrepreneurs 27:50 - 29:40 Advice for young men 29:40 - 30:53 Rapidfire ~~~  @AWEFunds  |  @awefunds4175  ~~~ Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Share your feedback, and email your response to connect@athenaeducation.co.in! See you next week. Follow us on Instagram Website Facebook LinkedIn Book a counseling session here --------------------------------- Listen to Chat Masala on all major audio streaming platforms: YouTube Spotify Apple Podcast Google Podcast Amazon Music JioSaavn Audible Radio Public Castbox

    31 min
  8. 'Made in Heaven' Actor Ankur Rathee opens up about breaking into Bollywood

    08/06/2023

    'Made in Heaven' Actor Ankur Rathee opens up about breaking into Bollywood

    Join us as Ankur Rathee opens up about his journey from working in New York City to quitting his stable job to chase his dreams of making it to Bollywood. Whether he was creating flashcards of Karan Johar and Raj Kapoor or grappling with disappointment from his parents, Ankur trusted his intuition and worked his way into amazing movies and shows like Shehzaada, Made in Heaven, Four More Shots Please, and many more! ~~~ Athena Education was founded nine years ago by two Princeton graduates, passionate about bringing visionary education to India. They founded Athena to enable high-school students to receive a world-class education, gain admission into Ivy League and other elite universities worldwide, and become the best version of themselves. Our robust team of writing counseling experts, in-house tech, research, and art mentors, and Harvard admissions consultant provide one-on-one support in all areas—from extracurricular profile development to college applications, and even essential life-skill building. Athena Education is now a leading education consulting firm modeled after the Ivy League with students in eleven countries. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athena_education/ Website: https://www.athenaeducation.co.in/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AthenaEduIndia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/athenaeducationindia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athenaeducationindia

    40 min
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Welcome to Chat Masala, presented by Athena Education, bringing you insights from the greatest leaders across industries. Learn what it takes to get to the top straight from the source. Hosted by Rahul Subramaniam, visionary educator and pioneer of the liberal arts.

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