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The High Flyers Podcast with Vidit Agarwal

Vidit Agarwal
Venture Capital
Ahmed Fahour
Entrepreneurship
Silicon Valley
Customer Experience
Citigroup
Climate Tech
Australia Post
Fintech
Australia
Business Leadership
Eight Sleep
Stanford University
Dragoneer
Airtree
GFC (global Financial Crisis)
Merrill Lynch
The Iconic
Hatch
Regenerative Agriculture

Founded 6+ years ago by Vidit Agarwal, The High Flyers Podcast (THF) is a global top ranked show exploring the personal and professional journeys behind the most relatable role models shaping our world. Enjoy over 200 in-depth conversations with the world’s most influential and relatable figures in business, tech, finance, government and sport -- going beyond the headlines to explore their life an... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode #250 features a rare in-depth conversation with Rob Giglio, Chief Customer Officer at Canva, the world’s leading visual AI platform serving 200M+ users globally. Previously, he held senior leadership roles at Adobe, DocuSign, and HubSpot and ... more

Episode #249 features a rare in-depth conversation with David Haber, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, one of the world’s leading venture capital firms (managing $40B+), where he focuses on technology investments in B2B software and financial s... more

This episode #248 features a rare and candid conversation with Vivek Bhatia, Global CEO of MUFG Pension & Market Services, a global provider of shareholder and retirement services with 7,000+ employees serving millions of investors across Australia, ... more

Episode #247 features a LIVE conversation recorded on stage recently at EvokeAG (one of the world’s leading agrifood and innovation gatherings) featuring Tina Funder, Founder & CEO of Alt Leather, and Lucie Semenec, Co-Founder & CEO of Newera Bio — b... more

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Recent Guests

David Haber
General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, Head of New York Office
Andreessen Horowitz
Episode: #249 David Haber: a16z General Partner on Living in the Grey, Building Compounding Advantage and Goldman Sachs Acquisition
Vivek Bhatia
CEO and MD MUFG Pension & Market Services (formerly Link Group)
Episode: #248 Vivek Bhatia: Early Bollywood Aspirations to Global CEO — Hard Won Lessons from MUFG, QBE and Wesfarmers
Lucie Semenec
CEO and founder of Newera Bio
Newera Bio
Episode: #247 LIVE from EvokeAG: Tina Funder & Lucie Semenec on Building Fossil-Free Materials and Reinventing Fashion Supply Chains
Tina Funder
Founder and CEO of Alt Leather
Alt Leather
Episode: #247 LIVE from EvokeAG: Tina Funder & Lucie Semenec on Building Fossil-Free Materials and Reinventing Fashion Supply Chains
David Neal
Chief Executive of IFM Investors
IFM Investors
Episode: #246 David Neal: Oxford Engineer to $240B Global Investor, Building a Sovereign Wealth Fund and Financing AI Infrastructure
Jodie Auster
Global Head of Airports and Travel for Uber
Uber
Episode: #245 Jodie Auster: Uber’s Global Travel Lead on Being Yourself, Leadership in Practice and the Questions That Scale Teams
Sukhinder Singh Cassidy
CEO of Xero, a cloud accounting software provider
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Episode: #244 Sukhinder Singh Cassidy: Xero's CEO on Intensity as Superpower + Kryptonite, Father’s Influence & Xero's 3×3 strategy in the AI era
Philip Green
Australia's High Commissioner to India
Australian Government
Episode: #240 Philip Green: Australia’s Most Senior Diplomat in India — High Commissioner to India (Special series w Australian Government)
Beezer Clarkson
Head of LP Strategy at Sapphire, experienced in venture capital and investments.
Sapphire
Episode: #238 Inside a Top LP’s Mind: Beezer Clarkson’s Path to Sapphire and Why Legendary VCs Started Small

Host

Vidit Agarwal
Founder and host of the show at Curiosity Centre, guiding conversations with top global leaders and innovators.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • 👌

    Really valuable podcast for learning about people’s journeys in business and sport. Interesting and inspiring. Decent host too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdk1994
    Australia4 years ago
  • Well thought out & fantastic guests!

    Love the variety of content with the backgrounds of the guests so far & the actionable insights! Keep it coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smithers36
    Australia5 years ago
  • Fantastic listen. Super insightful

    What a great podcast! Really easy to listen to and a great inspiration and motivation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gec93
    Australia6 years ago
  • An inspiration

    Well-structured interviews that are long enough to get into the details and short enough for easy digestion.

    The way this podcast dives into little individual victories and motivations is a joy to listen to. It makes an otherwise professional and abstract topic personal and inspiring.

    Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Florian van den Corput
    Australia6 years ago
  • Off to a flying start.

    Opening podcast was a pleasure to listen to. The structure of the podcast works well and it’s nice to hear the guest covering different aspects of their personal and professional journey and how they relate.

    Looking forward to future episodes. Well done Vidit!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eneerhut
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests consistently offer practical, actionable insights for leaders.
The host asks thoughtful questions that draw out personal journeys and decision-making frameworks.
High-quality interviews with a diverse set of senior guests.
Strong momentum and compelling storytelling across episodes.
Sound structure makes episodes long enough for depth but easy to digest.

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Apple Podcasts
#184
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#126
Philippines/Technology

Talking Points

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#249 David Haber: a16z General Partner on Living in the Grey, Building Compounding Advantage and Goldman Sachs Acquisition
Q: How do you evaluate a founder's potential for long-term compounding and stickiness?
I look for clarity of thought, an earned secret or unique insight, and the ability to articulate a coherent strategy. I also assess whether the founder can recruit, build a durable team, and maintain conviction through adversity.
#247 LIVE from EvokeAG: Tina Funder & Lucie Semenec on Building Fossil-Free Materials and Reinventing Fashion Supply Chains
Q: What are the timelines and what helps accelerate adoption?
Timelines depend on brand schedules and biodiversity considerations, but with regulatory push, pilot programs, and co-investment from customers, it could be 2-5 years to see scaled bio-based dyes and leather in products, with some early adoption possible sooner if partnerships lock in commitments.
#247 LIVE from EvokeAG: Tina Funder & Lucie Semenec on Building Fossil-Free Materials and Reinventing Fashion Supply Chains
Q: What is the gap these founders are tackling in textiles and materials?
The gap is the need for durable, high-performance dyes and leather alternatives that are 100% bio-based, reduce environmental harm (especially water and toxic chemicals from tanning and dyeing), and can perform at scale with transparent supply chains.
#246 David Neal: Oxford Engineer to $240B Global Investor, Building a Sovereign Wealth Fund and Financing AI Infrastructure
Q: What motivates your emphasis on values in finance and fiduciary duty?
To ensure long-term returns for beneficiaries while protecting the environment and social capital, proving that responsible investment can be the best path to sustainable wealth.
#246 David Neal: Oxford Engineer to $240B Global Investor, Building a Sovereign Wealth Fund and Financing AI Infrastructure
Q: How do you balance detailed analysis with the need to act decisively in fast-moving markets?
By maintaining a clear framework, avoiding over-deep dives in isolation, and ensuring the team maintains balance in information processing so that you can compare across investments effectively.

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This show spotlights high achievers across business, tech, government, sports, and entrepreneurship, exploring life-defining moments, leadership styles, and the human side of scaling impact. Guests range from chief executives and founders to policy leaders, product builders, and industry disruptors, offering practical insights on decision making, team culture, and navigating rapid growth. Noteworthy is the emphasis on personal storytelling—childhood influences, mentors, and real-world challenges—paired with clear takeaways for listeners aiming to lead with intention and build lasting impact.

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1. David Haber
2. Vivek Bhatia
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5. David Neal
6. Jodie Auster
7. Sukhinder Singh Cassidy
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