Discover your SecondAct Podcast

Archana Dutta
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Stories of different people regarding their Second Acts

  1. Divya 'Marham' Batra | Finding Your Way Home Through Art & Healing | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E09

    4d ago

    Divya 'Marham' Batra | Finding Your Way Home Through Art & Healing | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E09

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we are joined by Divya 'Marham' Batra. She is a poet, musician, storyteller, and Co-founder & Creative Head of Quirksmith Jewellery. While Divya has built a beloved homegrown brand, her journey goes far beyond entrepreneurship. Through her poetry, music, and creative expression, she has created spaces that feel safe, honest and deeply healing - places where people can return to their real self. In this beautifully intimate conversation, we dove into Divya's journey of choosing art over expectations, the healing power of poetry, and what it truly means to find your way home and of course, her SecondActs.For anyone navigating a pause, a shift, a reinvention, or simply searching calmer place within, this conversation is definitely going to be a Marham for you. Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactbyarchhana/LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Qz9LmSWebsite: https://thesecondact.in/Follow our Host – Archana DuttaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/_archanadutta/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/archana-dutta/#discoveryoursecondact #DivyaBatra #DivyaMarhamBatra #Quirksmith #MarhamPoetry #ArtAsHealing #healingpoetry try #CreativeJourney #WomenFoundersIndia #SecondActStories #selfhelppodcast #podcastonspotify

    25 min

  2. Jun 8

    Tribeny Rai | Shape of Momo, Real Stories from North-East and Womanhood | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E08

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we're joined by Indie filmmaker, Tribeny Rai. Tribeny is making waves in Indian film industry through her film, 'Shape of Momo', earning praises and support from the likes of Zoya Akhtar, Payal Kapadia, and many others. After garnering accolades in International film festival circuit, the film is now playing in theatres across India. In the conversation, we dive into Tribeny's humble beginnings, the rise of cinema from North-east India, the role of art in empowering women, behind-the-scenes stories from the film, and of course, her SecondActs. This is a must-watch for aspiring storytellers, creators searching for direction, and anyone looking to understand the true power of cinema.#discoveryoursecondact #ShapeOfMomo #TribenyRai #TribenyRaiShapeofMomo #zoyaakhtar #IndependentCinema #NorthEastVoices #WomenDirectors #CreativeJourney #BreakingBarriers #SecondActStories #selfhelppodcast #Spotifyforcreators

    36 min
  3. Tushar Tyagi | Why Fame Isn't the Goal, Healing through Storytelling & Legacy | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E07

    May 16

    Tushar Tyagi | Why Fame Isn't the Goal, Healing through Storytelling & Legacy | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E07

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Tushar Tyagi. He is an independent filmmaker, founder of Yellowstone International film festival and his latest executive produced film, "In Search of the Sky" is on the way to the New York Indian Film Festival 2026. In the conversation, we dived into his life journey - why he left tech for the director's chair, whether storytelling has impact in real world, tackling difficult social themes in films, what's his future looking like and of course, his SecondAct. This episode is a must-watch for aspiring independent storytellers, creators searching for direction, and anyone who wants to understand the true power of cinema Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactbyarchhana/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Qz9LmS Website: https://thesecondact.in/Follow our Host – Archana Dutta Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_archanadutta/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/archana-dutta/#discoveryoursecondact #TusharTyagi #TusharTyagiSavingChintu #TusharTyagiGulabee #SelfHelpPodcast #IndependentFilmmaker #IndianIndiefilmmaking #Yiff #Yellowstoneinternationalfilmfestival #insearchofthesky #selfhelppodcast #podcastonyoutube

    40 min
  4. Part 2: Girish Krishnamurthy | The Human-Centered Leader and his SecondAct | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E06

    Apr 25

    Part 2: Girish Krishnamurthy | The Human-Centered Leader and his SecondAct | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E06

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Girish Krishnamurthy returning for a Part 2 of our conversation. He is the managing Director of Tata MD Healthcare - a visionary leader and a pioneer in integrating tech and AI into healthcare.  In this conversation, we talked about Philosophical hurdles in Medicare industry, how Tata MD is bridging Preventive and Curative Medicare solutions, AI in Medicare and his SecondAct. Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactbyarchhana/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Qz9LmS Website: https://thesecondact.in/ Follow our Host – Archana Dutta Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/_archanadutta/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/archana-dutta/ #discoveryoursecondact #GirishKrishnamurthy #Sathyasaibaba #TataMD #srisathyasaibaba #corporateleadership #spiritualleadership #ananthafilm #selfhelppodcast #podcastonyoutube

    39 min
  5. Harpriya Bains | Women in Indian Stand-Up Scene, Ageism and Breaking Barriers | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E05

    Mar 29

    Harpriya Bains | Women in Indian Stand-Up Scene, Ageism and Breaking Barriers | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E05

    In the latest episode of the Discover Your SecondAct podcast, we got a special guest - Harpriya Bains. She is a stand-up comedian and self-proclaimed CEO of H&M (Cribbing Exhausted Overworked Housewife and Mother). In 2017, she transformed her lifelong love for art and performance into a bold comedic voice, stepping onto the stage to tell stories often left unheard.  Drawing inspiration from Indian households, womanhood, and the everyday struggle with patriarchy, Harpriya crafts sharp, family-friendly, and deeply relatable humor that resonates with audiences across India and beyond. In this insightful conversation, we revisit her beginnings, explore the challenges of being a woman in the Indian stand-up scene, and ageism in the industry and of course her SecondAct. #discoveryoursecondact #harpriyabains #indiancomedian #standupcomedyindia #womenincomedy #desihumor #relatablecomedy #secondact #discoveryoursecondact #selfhelppodcast #womenempowerment #youtubecreator

    40 min
  6. Rajshri Deshpande | Playing a Trans Man, Bollywood Vs Outsiders, and Creating Social Impact | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E04

    Feb 26

    Rajshri Deshpande | Playing a Trans Man, Bollywood Vs Outsiders, and Creating Social Impact | Discover Your SecondAct Podcast | S05E04

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct, we’re joined by Rajshri Deshpande - critically acclaimed actress known for her powerful performances in Sacred, Trial by Fire, and Black Warrant, and founder of Nabhangan Foundation, a not-for-profit dedicated to holistic rural development and building self-reliant communities. In this deeply honest conversation, Rajshri reflects on her journey from a small village to Bollywood, the politics of the industry, and the responsibility that comes with fame. She speaks about using her platform to empower communities and her upcoming LGBTQIA+ dramedy, Baapya. Raw, reflective, and inspiring, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the setbacks, the courage, and the quiet strength behind the spotlight. A must-watch for young women and anyone committed to their craft. #discoveryoursecondact #rajshrideshpande #rajshrideshpandesacredgames #rajshrideshpandetrialbyfire #nabhanganfoundation #bollywoodupdates  #womenempowerment  #selfhelppodcast

    55 min
  7. Part 1: Girish Krishnamurthy | Spirituality, Success & Conscious Leadership | ⁨Discover Your SecondAct Podcast ⁩| S05E03

    Feb 12

    Part 1: Girish Krishnamurthy | Spirituality, Success & Conscious Leadership | ⁨Discover Your SecondAct Podcast ⁩| S05E03

    On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we are honored to host - Girish Krishnamurthy - Managing Director of Tata MD Healthcare - a visionary leader and a pioneer in integrating tech and AI into healthcare.  Today, Tata MD has set a new global benchmark in integrated healthcare rendering advanced treatment over 25 chronic diseases. In the Part 1 of our conversation with Girish, we move beyond titles and achievements to explore the unseen, personal side of Girish’s Journey. He shares the life epiphanies that shaped him, his profound devotion to Sri Sathya Sai Baba, Spirituality being the foundation of his leadership, how it inspired him to produce his first feature film, Anantha  and much more. This is a powerful conversation about purpose, surrender, conviction, and leading with spiritual strength in the modern world. Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactbyarchhana/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Qz9LmS Website: https://thesecondact.in/ Follow our Host – Archana Dutta Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/_archanadutta/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/archana-dutta/ #discoveryoursecondact #GirishKrishnamurthy #Sathyasaibaba #TataMD #srisathyasaibaba #corporateleadership #spiritualleadership #ananthafilm #selfhelppodcast #podcastonyoutube

    52 min
  8. Pavleen Gujral | Womanhood, Bollywood, Reinvention and more | ⁨Discover Your SecondAct Podcast ⁩| S05E02

    Jan 15

    Pavleen Gujral | Womanhood, Bollywood, Reinvention and more | ⁨Discover Your SecondAct Podcast ⁩| S05E02

    In this episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast),  we’re joined by a special guest, Pavleen Gujral. From her early days as a TV host to becoming an acclaimed actor (Angry Indian Goddesses, Made in Heaven), poet, health coach, and even a qualified lawyer - Pavleen’s journey is one of consistent reinvention.  But the path wasn’t seamless. Behind the accolades were moments of self-doubt, setbacks and conscious work of empowering herself to become the individual who she is today.  In this honest conversation, our host - Archana and Pavleen had a heart-to-heart about what it is to be a modern woman - navigating expectations, confronting self-imposed barriers, moving through rough patches and finding the courage to discover one’s SecondAct.  Pavleen’s energy is deeply moving and infectious. This episode is a must-listen for young women and for those in their own second act - seeking perspective and reassurance that reinvention is not only powerful - it’s possible. Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactbyarchhana/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Qz9LmS Website: https://thesecondact.in/ Follow our Host – Archana Dutta Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/_archanadutta/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/archana-dutta/

    37 min
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