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The World Podcast. Listen to conversations from every country of the Earth, spanning diverse fields and backgrounds. Our goal? Setting a world record by featuring guests from every country. At Rocklaz, we firmly believe in unlocking everyone's potential and enabling them to live a truly fulfilling life. Your host, Tanmay Shah, is genuinely enthusiastic about engaging with people. He brings a distinct perspective and poses relatable questions, making each dialogue truly special. Join us on this journey of exploration and growth.

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The World Podcast. Listen to conversations from every country of the Earth, spanning diverse fields and backgrounds. Our goal? Setting a world record by featuring guests from every country. At Rocklaz, we firmly believe in unlocking everyone's potential and enabling them to live a truly fulfilling life. Your host, Tanmay Shah, is genuinely enthusiastic about engaging with people. He brings a distinct perspective and poses relatable questions, making each dialogue truly special. Join us on this journey of exploration and growth.

    #91 From Argentina to India: Designer's Journey Through Culture, Yoga, and Meditation | Pamela

    #91 From Argentina to India: Designer's Journey Through Culture, Yoga, and Meditation | Pamela

    Pamela, an Argentinian fashion and graphic designer, shares her incredible journey of cultural exploration and spiritual growth. Dive into her favorite guru stories, experiences in Latin America, and the power of cultural exchange. From living in India and embracing its rich traditions, to introducing the Art of Living in Mexico, Pamela’s story is one of passion and transformation. Discover her insights on yoga, meditation, and overcoming challenges like narcotics and economic turmoil in Argentina.

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    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Connection to Indian Culture
    06:03 Comparing Culture and Traditions of Argentina and India
    17:33 Passion for Football and the Impact of Argentine Players
    19:31 Experiences in Mexico and the Similarities with India
    22:41 Love for India and the Attraction to Indian Culture
    25:36 Differences in Culture and Lifestyle Between Argentina and India
    28:01 Festivals and Traditions in Argentina
    33:00 The Origins of Tango and Cultural Blending in Argentina
    35:16 Listen to the Spanish language.
    40:54 Teaching Indian Wisdom in Latin America
    43:45 Comparison of Christianity and Hinduism
    46:12 Finding Peace and Contentment through Meditation and Vedic Roots
    47:06 Overcoming Resistance and Introducing Art of Living in Mexico
    50:01 The Impact of Narcotics and Challenges in Argentina
    57:40 Infamous Inflation of Argentina
    01:02:50 Guru Story Argentina: Business, money, TTC.
    01:09:49 Guru Story India: Ashram Bio diversity book.
    01:16:30 Thoughts on Marriage
    01:21:40 Challenging project in North East India
    01:27:34 Biggest achievement in Latin America: Starting Yoga School
    01:33:39 Bag Designer: Fashion tips and Business Story.
    01:42:41 Animals in Argentina (Exclusive)
    01:52:08 Cultural Influences in Argentina
    02:00:40 The Power of Meditation and Self-Realization

    • 2 hr 10 min
    #90 Norway: Spirituality, Sexualised Culture, Sailing, Surfing, Midnight Sun | Pål Hellum

    #90 Norway: Spirituality, Sexualised Culture, Sailing, Surfing, Midnight Sun | Pål Hellum

    We explore Norway's high standard of living, strong welfare state, and the youth's struggle to find purpose in a highly sexualised, secular society. We also talk about the best times, food and activities in Norway. Northern Lights. Pål shares insights on Sailing and Surfing, his spiritual journey, living in an Indian ashram, and meaningful volunteer work. He discusses the cultural contrasts between Norway and India.

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    Chapters
    00:00 Norway: A Highly Sexualized Country in Crisis
    05:46 Norway's Dark Winters and Bright Summers
    21:14 Norway's Wealth and Concerns for the Future
    32:33 Sauna and Swimming: Unique Norwegian Activities
    37:16 Norway's High Position on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
    44:49 The Culture of Promiscuity in Norway
    47:14 Journey of Spirituality
    51:45 Living in an Ashram
    54:13 Passion for Surfing and Sailing
    01:17:02 Contrasting Norway and India
    01:27:00 Excitement for the Future.

    • 1 hr 34 min
    #89 Is Crypto Dead? Legal Status and Taxation in India. Potential of Web3 | Drupad Das

    #89 Is Crypto Dead? Legal Status and Taxation in India. Potential of Web3 | Drupad Das

    Advocate Drupad Das, India’s leading Web3 lawyer, shares the legal and governmental aspects of Web3 in India. We discuss the legal status of crypto, tax issues, token acceptance, and government blockchain initiatives. We compare Indian digital asset regulations with those in the US, EU and China, exploring blockchain's potential to enhance economic liquidity and authenticate cultural artefacts. Drupad emphasises understanding specific blockchain solutions before investing and notes common startup concerns like structuring and IP protection. We also talk about ONDC, NFT advancements, interoperability between blockchains, and Drupad’s journey in the legal profession.

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    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Difference between Advocate and Lawyer
    04:11 Improvement in Web3 Law in India
    05:21 Legal Status of Crypto in India
    08:01 Taxation of Crypto in India
    08:05 Accepted Tokens and Scope
    08:59 NFTs and Contracts
    12:17 Smart Contracts and Stamp Duty
    13:58 Regulated and Non-Regulated Activities
    17:01 Government Blockchain and Digital Public Infrastructure
    26:18 India's Approach to Data Regulation
    30:53 Geopolitical Implications of UPI
    32:14 Comparison with American and European Unions
    32:29 Regulation of Amazon and Introduction of ONDC
    33:57 Maximizing Value through Velocity and Liquidity
    36:45 The Promise of NFTs and Ownership of Digital Assets
    41:03 The Concept of Possession in Digital Assets
    42:30 The Implications of Digital Assets for Society
    43:24 The Web3 Bubble and Tech Cycles
    48:23 The Maturity and Impact of Web3
    51:39 Blockchain as a General Purpose Technology
    54:55 The Interface Problem in Web3
    56:40 The Role of Government in Web3
    58:59 Provenance and Blockchain in Assam
    01:01:07 National Government and Blockchain
    01:05:49 Disputes over Blockchain Assets
    01:07:55 Government Regulations and Crypto Holdings
    01:08:51 Choosing the Right Blockchain
    01:09:48 Understanding Blockchain Solutions
    01:10:38 Marketing Made in India Blockchain Products
    01:11:26 Legal and Structural Considerations for Startups
    01:12:46 Regulations and IP Protection
    01:13:53 The Scope of Gift City for Web3 NFTs
    01:17:00 Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
    01:19:40 Blockchain Transactions in AIFs
    01:21:29 ONDC: The Online National Digital Platform
    01:22:04 ONDC vs. Zepto and Amazon
    01:24:51 Delivery Services in ONDC
    01:27:55 Centralized vs. Distributed Data in AI
    01:31:38 The Role of Books in Legal Research
    01:34:37 AI and Blockchain in Legal Research
    01:36:06 Blockchain and Tamper-Proof Government Documents
    01:38:01 Different Grades of Immutability
    01:38:42 Layer 2 Assets and Interoperability
    01:39:27 Account Abstraction and Overcoming the Interface Problem
    01:41:23 NFT 2.0 and Dynamic NFTs
    01:43:24 Emote Protocol and Social Interactions with NFTs
    01:44:06 Upcoming ERC Standards and Protocol Upgrades
    01:47:59 Dhrupad's Journey with Art and Law
    01:50:52 The Language of Law and Courtroom Experience
    01:57:09 The Role of Technology in Law
    02:03:19 The Progressive Nature of Government Policies
    02:03:51 Final Words and Advice for the Audience
    02:04:33 Experience of the Conversation

    • 2 hr 5 min
    #88 Milk, Cows, Organic Farming and Agriculture Entrepreneurship with Shashi Kumar, CEO of Akshayakalpa

    #88 Milk, Cows, Organic Farming and Agriculture Entrepreneurship with Shashi Kumar, CEO of Akshayakalpa

    Shashi, left his corporate job at WIPRO to empower Indian Agriculture Entrepreneurship. We delve into the Milk industry, and the concept of organic milk production, emphasizing traditional farming practices and ethical treatment of cows. Shashi discusses the cultural significance of cows in India and addresses concerns about veganism, highlighting the nutritional value of milk. Akshayakalpa offers premium quality milk and farm products, focusing on increasing farmer wealth through higher revenue shares. Shashi emphasises sustainable practices and water cleanliness for cattle. He envisions a future with sustainable farming models, aiming to inspire young people to join farming. Shashi advocates for responsible packaging and consumer awareness in supporting environmentally conscious and profitable farming.


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    Chapters



    00:00 Introduction and Organic Milk

    02:43 Understanding Organic Milk

    04:57 Sustainable Farming Practices

    08:11 The Genesis of Akshay Kalpa

    10:12 The Entrepreneurship Angle

    13:13 The Significance of Cows in Indian Culture

    14:57 Importance of Soil Health

    17:18 Addressing Veganism and Milk Consumption

    21:22 The Importance of Cow Breeds

    23:54 A2 Milk and Akshay Kalpa Branding

    24:57 Organic Farming and Certification

    26:56 The Meaning of Akshay Kalpa

    27:50 Akshay Kalpa Products

    30:41 The Shelf Life of Akshay Kalpa Products

    32:29 The Process of Milk Collection

    34:57 Challenges in Organic Farming

    38:34 Competition with Amul and Nandini

    44:51 The Market for Milk in India

    44:57 The Role of Technology in Farming

    45:43 The Vision of Akshay Kalpa

    47:52 Working with Farmers and Soil Organic Carbon

    52:01 Tips to Increase Soil Organic Carbon

    57:55 Comparison with Other Dairy Brands

    01:00:06 Different Models of Dairy Operations

    01:03:13 Cold Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil

    01:04:02 Buffalo and Camel Milk

    01:04:57 Consumer Awareness and Responsibility

    01:05:10 Other Types of Milk (Bison, Donkey)

    01:06:31 Artificial Honey and the Importance of Bees

    01:07:59 Understanding Toned Milk

    01:09:09 Process of Milk Separation and Paneer Making

    01:11:09 Difference Between Country Delight and Amul

    01:14:02 Dwarf Cows and Traditional Breeds

    01:14:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    01:15:09 Excitement for the Future of Farming

    01:16:33 Future Plans for Akshayakalpa

    01:19:07 Childhood Memories and Discouragement from Farming

    01:20:35 Transition from Wipro to Farming

    01:23:38 Investing in Cows through Platforms like Rangde

    01:25:42 Importance of Ghee in Indian Culture

    01:27:59 Leather Industry and Use of Bulls

    01:30:42 Difference Between Grain Fed and Grass Fed Cows

    01:38:58 Encouraging Packaging Return and Reuse

    01:44:00 Outrow Riverside Aug 23.mp4



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    • 1 hr 29 min
    #87 Consumer AI, Marketing Secrets & Entrepreneurship with Vivek Bhargava

    #87 Consumer AI, Marketing Secrets & Entrepreneurship with Vivek Bhargava

    Co-founder of Consumr.ai, discusses the importance of consumer intelligence and how it can help businesses make better decisions. He explains the concept of Consumer AI and its role in understanding customer behaviour. Vivek also shares insights on building the Consumr AI team and the challenges they faced. He discusses the data points they gather from various platforms and how they use them to provide valuable insights to their clients. Vivek also talks about the pricing strategy in India and the US, as well as the importance of developing an abundance mindset in the AI world. He shares tips for B2B marketing in the digital marketing industry. In this part of the conversation, Vivek discusses the RFP process and the importance of metrics and measurement in B2B marketing. He emphasizes the need to understand the nuances of different industries and solve pain points for clients. Vivek also highlights the importance of specializing in a niche and becoming the best in the world in that area. He discusses the role of AI in disrupting industries and the value of human expertise in AI. Vivek advises entrepreneurs to adapt to changing industries and technology and to pursue their passion with focus and dedication. In this conversation, Vivek discusses various topics related to video editing, marketing, pricing, and influencer marketing. He emphasizes the importance of continuously improving one's skills as a video editor and creating content that is close to reality. Vivek also highlights the need to understand the business you're in and identify the job to be done for your clients. He shares insights on pricing strategies and the potential of influencer marketing in reaching and engaging with Gen Z audiences.


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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background
    01:21 Consumer Intelligence and Profit Wheel
    04:40 Building the Consumr AI Team
    06:02 Data Points and Customer Behavior
    08:10 Design and Ease of Use of the Platform
    10:36 Insights on Consumer Behavior in Different Countries
    11:47 Perspective on Pricing in India and the US
    19:02 Pricing Strategy and Mindset in India
    24:46 Building an Abundance Mindset
    25:42 Trial Period and Enterprise Sales
    31:52 Charging for Pilots and B2B Marketing Tips
    36:06 Understanding the RFP Process
    38:28 Metrics and Measurement in B2B Marketing
    40:53 Understanding the Nuances of Different Industries
    42:32 Solving Pain Points for Clients
    43:24 Taking Risks and Being Honest with Clients
    44:42 Specializing in a Niche
    46:10 Entering the Digital Marketing Business
    48:07 Becoming the Best in the World
    50:37 The Role of AI in Disrupting Industries
    51:47 The Value of Human Expertise in AI
    52:31 Adapting to Changing Industries and Technology
    57:39 The Importance of Passion and Focus
    01:03:20 Overcoming Industry Limitations
    01:07:36 Finding and Pursuing Passion
    01:08:26 The Importance of Boring Tasks and Improvement
    01:16:36 Becoming a Real Editor
    01:18:01 Understanding the Business You're In
    01:18:25 Identifying the Job to Be Done
    01:24:04 Pricing Your Services
    01:32:22 Getting the First Client
    01:35:06 Being the Father of an Influencer
    01:41:34 The Potential of Influencer Marketing

    • 1 hr 49 min
    #86 Deepa Farnandes: Healthcare Innovation, MIT Pirate, CTO, Systems Design

    #86 Deepa Farnandes: Healthcare Innovation, MIT Pirate, CTO, Systems Design

    Get insights into healthcare technology and her work in improving maternal and neonatal health in rural India. Deepa shares her experience in using system dynamics and system design principles to scale healthcare programs. Deepa also explains the different types of healthcare products and the importance of small innovation loops in the software development cycle. This conversation covers a range of topics in healthcare and innovation.

    Takeaways:
    + System dynamics and system design principles are valuable tools for scaling healthcare programs and improving patient outcomes.
    +Understanding the cultural context and addressing cultural taboos is crucial in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality rates.
    + Collaboration and trust between stakeholders, including non-profits, government organizations, and private companies, are essential for successful healthcare initiatives.
    + Healthcare startups can benefit from Deepa's expertise in system design, software development, and regulatory compliance. Healthcare offers vast opportunities beyond traditional doctor and medicine roles.
    + Blockchain has the potential to improve data exchange and ownership in healthcare.
    + Digital therapeutics are a growing field, with numerous apps available for various healthcare needs.
    + The software development life cycle is crucial for ensuring quality and scalability in healthcare software.
    + Innovation management systems and small innovation loops are essential for effective product development.
    + Space exploration continues to be an exciting frontier, with opportunities for individuals to become astronauts. Night hikes can offer unique challenges and experiences, with the darkness adding an element of adventure.
    + Audiobooks are a convenient way to enjoy books, especially for those who don't have time to read.
    + Being the change you want to see and being a source of light for others can have a positive impact.
    + Healthcare innovations and startups have the potential to improve patient access and outcomes.


    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction and Background
    01:11 Passion for Healthcare Technology
    03:21 Maternal Neonatal Survival Initiative in Rural India
    05:34 Causes of Neonatal Mortality in Rural India
    08:32 Improving Maternal and Neonatal Health in Jharkhand
    10:03 Tips for Reducing Maternal Mortality
    11:27 Addressing Anemia and Cultural Taboos
    12:21 Understanding System Dynamics
    16:54 Applying System Dynamics to Healthcare Delivery
    20:13 Fieldwork in Rural Jharkhand
    22:06 Scaling Healthcare Programs
    25:37 Expertise in Healthcare and Startups
    26:47 System Design Principles
    28:14 Success Stories in System Design
    30:13 Assisting in Software Development for Healthcare Products
    33:09 Explaining System Design Principles to a 5-year-old
    34:52 Different Types of Healthcare Products
    53:05 Artificial Womb and Interoperability in Healthcare
    56:30 Blockchain in Healthcare
    59:26 Innovative Products in the US Healthcare Market
    01:02:09 Data Analytics and Digital Therapeutics
    01:08:10 Web3 and Software Development Life Cycle
    01:21:20 MIT Pirate and Education
    01:28:20 Small Innovation Loops and Innovation Management Systems
    01:39:04 Astronaut Shortlisting and Space Exploration
    01:44:42 Hiking and Trekking Adventures
    01:50:32 Movies vs. Books
    01:52:07 Favorite Quotes and Inspiration
    01:56:04 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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