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Mohua Chinappa
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The Mohua Show (TMS) is dedicated to uncovering the authentic, untold stories of changemakers from diverse backgrounds who have created a profound and lasting impact on the lives of others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. There Is No "Away", Dr. Ruby Makhija's Unsettling Truth About Our Trash | The Mohua Show

    4D AGO

    There Is No "Away", Dr. Ruby Makhija's Unsettling Truth About Our Trash | The Mohua Show

    This episode of The Mohua Show is a reality check to the core. Dr. Ruby Makhija, an environmental scientist and waste management expert, dissects the invisible psychology of our throwaway culture and the systems that sustain it. A conversation about the lies we tell ourselves to feel good, and the hard truths we must face to do good. What this episode is REALLY about Not just recycling.Not just corporate greenwashing.Not just individual guilt. It’s about: *   The myth of “away”: where our trash *actually* goes *   Designing for death: why products must have an end-of-life plan *   The manufacturer’s dirty secret: who *really* owns the mess *   The addiction of possession: how advertising sold us “more” *   Why repeating an outfit should be a badge of honor, not shame *   The radical shift: from “reuse” to “replace” *   Media’s failure: doomsday headlines vs. solution stories *   The elitist lie: that sustainability is expensive or “shabby” *   From mandate to investment: why going green *boosts* the economy *   A two-year-old’s wisdom: the hope in a banana peel *   The quiet revolution: WhatsApp groups, sharing, and the new “elite” If you’ve ever thrown something away and felt a flicker of doubt, this episode has answers. Support the Podcast   If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.   Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with *truth, heart, and courage.* Music Credits :  https://pixabay.com/music/ambient-butterfly-113600/ ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel:   /themohuashow   Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow   ►LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/themohuashow   Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/ ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/ ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any opinions expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. #ThrowawayCulture, #ZeroWasteLiving, #SustainableMindset, #GreenEconomy, #ConsciousConsumerism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  2. I Wouldn't Fully Blossom Without a Man, Priyanka Bose’s Most Honest Confession | The Mohua Show

    DEC 12

    I Wouldn't Fully Blossom Without a Man, Priyanka Bose’s Most Honest Confession | The Mohua Show

    This episode of The Mohua Show is a quiet earthquake under the foundations of modern love. Actor Priyanka Bose confronts the invisible cages of partnership, power, and gaze, asking how we build relationships where no one feels suffocated by the past. A raw conversation about the claustrophobia of patriarchy, the failures of female solidarity, and the unexpected safety found in a truly present man. What this episode is REALLY about Not romance. Not blame. Not simple answers. It’s about: The search for a relationship free from patriarchal claustrophobiaThe painful admission: “I wouldn't fully blossom if there wasn't a man.”Witnessing a society in regression, and saying it out loudThe emancipating power of the female gaze versus the authority of the male gazeThe complex truth: we all dress for a gaze, but which one empowers?A daughter’s sharp correction: “Men don’t need the advocacy, women do.”The cost of intimacy in a backlash cultureIf you’ve ever felt confined by the old rules of love and gender, this episode seeks a new blueprint. Support the Podcast   If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.   Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with truth, heart and courage. ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: / themohuashow Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram: / themohuashow   ►LinkedIn: / themohuashow   Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ►Instagram: / mohua_chinappa   ►LinkedIn: / mohua-chinappa ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Literature Lounge. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any opinions expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. #ModernLove #FemaleGaze #PatriarchyUnlearned #RelationshipGoals #IntimateCinema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  3. She Ran Away. She Rebuilt. And She Refused to Break: Aarti Narayan on The Lives She Carried

    DEC 5

    She Ran Away. She Rebuilt. And She Refused to Break: Aarti Narayan on The Lives She Carried

    This episode of The Mohua Show is a generational punch to the heart. Author Aarti Narayan, a former MNC executive, tells the story behind her debut novel, The Lives She Carried, inspired by her grandmother, a woman from pre-Independence Kerala who turned pain into power and raised nine children against impossible odds. A conversation about what women are taught to endure and what they choose to become. What this episode is REALLY about Not perfection.Not heroism.Not feminist slogans. It’s about: Generations of women trained to tolerate and give awayThe male genius vs misogyny paradox of old IndiaA daughter who ran away to save herselfThe real cost of ambition: when moving to Bombay means no way backSurvival after losing everythingReinventing life with humour, rage and lemon riceWhy every child should inherit books, not traumaIf you’ve ever asked, “How did our mothers survive so much?”  this episode has answers. Support the Podcast   If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.   Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with **truth, heart and courage**. ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel:   / themohuashow   Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram:   / themohuashow   ►LinkedIn:   / themohuashow   Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ►Instagram:   / mohua_chinappa   ►LinkedIn:   / mohua-chinappa   ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Literature Lounge. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any opinions expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. #thelivesshecarried #familysaga #multigenerational #evocative #bookstagram #emotional #honouringwomen  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  4. What does it take to rise from a village with no electricity to becoming one of India’s most fearless bureaucrats?

    NOV 28

    What does it take to rise from a village with no electricity to becoming one of India’s most fearless bureaucrats?

    In this powerful episode, host Mohua Chinappa sits down with K. J. Alphons — former IAS officer, politician, best-selling author and one of India’s most respected change-makers. From being labelled “an idiot” in school and scoring 42% in his board exam**, to becoming a topper in the IAS, India’s global face in governance, and author of The Winning Formula — Alphonse’s journey is a living testament to resilience, grit and unshakeable character.  What you’ll hear in this conversation: - How failure became the first miracle of his life, not the end of the road - From learning English with a dictionary to becoming India’s best national debater for 3 years - The legendary demolitions in Delhi, taking on land mafias and top politicians with courage and preparation  - Why “the greatest equipment in life is not your heart or brain, but your backbone”  - Ordinary Indians doing extraordinary things — the 52 stories behind The Winning Formula  - A tough message for parents, teachers and the education system — stop copying success, start discovering originality - Why reading books and building character matters more than filters, likes and overnight success  About the book – The Winning Formula Alphonse’s latest book isn’t about being superhuman —  it’s about realizing that being human is super. It features 20 stories from his own life and 32 from ordinary people who achieved the extraordinary.  If you’re going through a tough phase Here’s what Alphonse wants you to remember:   You don’t need superpowers to lead an extraordinary life — just a backbone. Support the Podcast   If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.   Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with truth, heart and courage. ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel:   / themohuashow  Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram:  / themohuashow   ►LinkedIn:  / themohuashow   ►For any queries EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  5. Do Men Suffer in Silence? Mental Health, Stereotypes & False Cases | EP 258 | TMS

    NOV 21

    Do Men Suffer in Silence? Mental Health, Stereotypes & False Cases | EP 258 | TMS

    Why do men's mental health and domestic abuse cases often go unheard? How can we move beyond gender stereotypes in relationships and mental health? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of TMS, we sit down with Dr. Aninda Sidhana, who shares her journey of rebuilding her life multiple times while challenging societal norms. As a voice against gender stereotypes, Dr. Aninda Sidhana discusses the compassionate side of the Indian Psychiatrist Society, why divorce should not be a stigma, and how inconsistency can be the biggest red flag in relationships. She also addresses the unspoken struggles men face, the reality of false marital rape cases, and why acceptance is the ultimate key to healing. What You'll Discover: - How to rebuild your life after personal crises - The importance of destigmatizing divorce in Indian families - Why men's domestic abuse cases are often overlooked - The danger of inconsistency in relationships - How to recognize internal battles behind external smiles - Why "feelings have no gender" is crucial for mental health References: Indian Psychiatric Society: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Psychiatric_Society  Unpaid Labour: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unpaid_work Emotional Abuse: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_abuse Home Maker: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homemaking  ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/ Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/ Connect with the Guest: Dr. Aninda Sidhana ► LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/dr-aninda-sidhana-642978291  ►For any queries EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. #DrAnindaSidhana #GenderStereotypes #MensMentalHealth #DomesticAbuseAwareness #MentalHealth #RelationshipGoals #DivorceStigma #IndianSociety #MentalHealthAwareness #TMSPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  6. The Unseen World of Publishing: Rights, AI & Vulnerability | The Mohua Show

    NOV 14

    The Unseen World of Publishing: Rights, AI & Vulnerability | The Mohua Show

    What does it take to build a career in publishing? How is technology changing the world of books? And why is vulnerability the secret weapon for creative professionals? In this insightful episode of TMS, we sit down with Sudheshna, a publishing professional and writer who started her journey by writing randomly, never expecting her work would find an audience. She pulls back the curtain on the publishing industry, explaining the crucial role of a rights manager and the delicate balance between editing, rights acquisition, and international sales. Sudheshna shares why she believes there's no point in shunning AI and technology, how audio and print books can peacefully coexist, and why taking baby steps is the most sustainable path to creative success. What You'll Learn: - How to start a writing career without a grand plan - The behind-the-scenes reality of rights management in publishing - Why embracing technology doesn't mean abandoning tradition - How vulnerability becomes your greatest professional strength - The power of consistent small steps in building a creative career References: National Book Trust: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Book_Trust Fantasy Literature: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasy_literature Speaking Tiger Books: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speaking_Tiger_Books ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On The Mohua Show ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/ Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/ Connect with the Guest: Sudheshna Shome Ghosh ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sushome/ ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  7. The Silent Epidemic: Male Survivors and Masculinity | Robert H. Marshall Jr. | The Mohua Show

    NOV 7

    The Silent Epidemic: Male Survivors and Masculinity | Robert H. Marshall Jr. | The Mohua Show

    What does it mean to be a man when your childhood was stolen by abuse? How can we create a world where male survivors are heard, believed, and healed? In this profoundly courageous episode, we sit down with Robert H. Marshall Jr.—a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, advocate, and a voice for the countless men silenced by trauma and stigma. He shares his harrowing journey of survival, the heavy cloak of societal expectations placed on men, and his mission to redefine masculinity into a force for vulnerability and connection. Robert H. Marshall Jr. opens up about the staggering prevalence of assault against men, the corrosive impact of premature exposure to pornography, and why the path to healing requires us to listen without making a survivor's pain about ourselves. What You'll Discover: *  Robert H. Marshall Jr. personal testimony as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse * How poverty and the pressure to be a "provider" disconnect men from their families * A new, healthier working definition of manhood and masculinity * The shocking statistic on male sexual assault and premature exposure to pornography * Why "This is not a them issue, this is an us issue" * The crucial rule for supporters: "You cannot make their experience about you" * The empowering truth that "Help can heal people" Join us for a vital conversation that breaks taboos, challenges toxic norms, and illuminates the path toward healing and a more compassionate understanding of masculinity. References: Understanding Sexual Abuse: https://www.rainn.org/  Male Survivor: https://malesurvivor.org/  The Mask You Live In (Documentary on Masculinity): https://therepresentationproject.org/film/the-mask-you-live-in/  ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔 Connect with the Guest: Robert H. Marshall Jr. ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roberthmarshalljr/ ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com  Also Check Out: The Power of Storytelling: Insia Dariwala's Fight Against Child Sexual Abuse | Ep 195 |The Mohua Show https://youtu.be/SCoA1YY2c3s?si=cerUc5nEGanDj-uS  Empowering Communities Through Sexuality Education with Reema Ahmad | Ep 183 | The Mohua Show https://youtu.be/rxHqNM3SiDE?si=fH9qYxSE2499tkw-  Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  8. Filmmaking, Language, and Grounded Imaginaries | Mritunjay Kumar | The Mohua Show | EP - 255

    OCT 31

    Filmmaking, Language, and Grounded Imaginaries | Mritunjay Kumar | The Mohua Show | EP - 255

    What does it take to become a documentary photographer when you come from a place where art isn't considered a "real career"? How does one capture the soul of communities through a lens? In this deeply personal episode, we sit down with Mrityunjay - documentary photographer, filmmaker, and multidisciplinary storyteller. He shares his extraordinary journey of breaking away from the typical "engineer or doctor" path expected of academically bright students in India, leaving home early to pursue his calling, and building a career in visual storytelling without any formal arts background. Mritunjay opens up about the challenges of representing marginalized communities authentically, his battle with stage fright despite being a public storyteller, and why he believes letting go is the most crucial part of the creative process. What You'll Discover: - The moment he defied family expectations to choose photography over engineering - How leaving home at a young age shaped his artistic perspective - The reality of building a creative career without arts education or connections - His philosophy of "Grounded Imaginaries" and ethical storytelling - Why representing Bihari language and culture matters in visual media - Coping with stage fright while being a public artist - The art of knowing when to stop in documentary work Join us for an intimate conversation about finding your voice, the courage to choose creativity over convention, and what it truly means to tell stories that matter. ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔 Follow Us On:   ►Website: www.themohuashow.com ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/ Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/ Connect with the Guest: Mritunjay Kumar ►Website: https://www.unpose.in/Personal/The-House-Blue ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved Disclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
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The Mohua Show (TMS) is dedicated to uncovering the authentic, untold stories of changemakers from diverse backgrounds who have created a profound and lasting impact on the lives of others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Mohua Chinappa
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    349
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Mohua Show
  • Show Website
    The Mohua Show

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