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TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING

Abhay Dandekar
Kamala Harris
India
Sabar Bonda
Grief
Goddess Complex
Major League Baseball
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Compassion
South Asian Community
Marathi Cinema
Human Relationships
Diwali
NFL
Indian American
United States
Mental Health
Voting Rights
Metabolic Health
Comedy
Identity

Serving as both a reflective mirror and an open window into the global Indian diaspora and South Asian communities. The conversations led by Abhay Dandekar are informal and informative, adding insights and perspective to our evolving expressions of culture, confidence, and trust. New episodes weekly, on Tuesdays (and some Thursdays). Listen or watch anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Nikita Banawalikar
Kathak artist, choreographer and scholar
Kathak community
Episode: Nikita Banawalikar on Kathak Feeling Like Home
Monica Singhal
Founder of Hari Om Smiles, spiritual guide and humanitarian
Hari Om Smiles
Episode: Monica Singhal on Spirituality, Science, and Unlocking Inner Healing
Karsh Kale
Award-winning multi-genre artist, musician, composer, producer, and DJ
Independent musician from New York City
Episode: Karsh Kale on DUST and making music for his 10-year-old self
Priya Jaisinghani
Endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist
NYU
Episode: Dr. Priya Jaisinghani on How to Build a Metabolic Health Roadmap
Harini Nilakantan
Chicago-based dancer and choreographer blending Bharatanatyam with contemporary movement
Episode: Harini Nilakantan on Dance Heritage in Modern Movement
Vijay Iyer
Award-winning musician, composer, and pianist; Harvard professor
Episode: Vijay Iyer on Music as a Shared Space: Transcendant and Truthful
Garima Shah
Co-founder and president of Biller Genie
Biller Genie
Episode: Garima Shah on Scaling Beyond the Hustle and Human-Centric FinTech
Rohan Bopanna
Retired tennis professional
Indian tennis
Episode: Rohan Bopanna on Tennis and the Art of Longevity
Kiran Deol
Actor, writer, comedian, filmmaker; lead in Didn't Die; known for Sunnyside, Modern Family, Woman Rebel, JoySuck
Didn't Die; Hysteria podcast; JoySuck special
Episode: Kiran Deol on "Didn't Die": Owning Her Humor and Feeling Good

Host

Abhay Dandekar
Host of conversations that reflect cultural narratives and personal journeys, serving as a bridge for the Indian and South Asian community.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Nice show!

    Interesting and informative show to learn about people from different walks of life. Universal stories bridging our shared human journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMusicFan1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Trust Him He Knows What He's Doing

    As a South Asian podcaster, I was overjoyed to discover this show. It is a shining example of the inroads that we are making as a cultural group into the collective discourse, and a validation of the journey that I've been on with my podcast.

    Abhay is a masterful storyteller who layers thoughtful context on top of compelling content. He effortlessly builds rapport and easy (but substantive) banter with high profile guests such as Ro Khanna, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Pramila Jayapal, as well as up-a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parle Gee
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t miss out!!

    I love everything about this podcast from the excellent title, which reflects the pioneering spirit of the South Asian Community, to the diversity of the guests on the show. It’s hard not to get carried away by the sheer passion expressed by the guests as they chase their dreams and surmount obstacles along the way. This podcast reveals new perspectives, insights and ideas- all with a dose of humor from the host, Dr. Abhay Dandekar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pras Cell Bio
    United States2 years ago
  • Impressive

    As a practicing physician myself, I am thoroughly impressed by Dr Dandekar’s engaging and thought provoking interview skills. He has a clear knack and talent for this role, and I can’t wait to dive deeper into his series. It is wonderful to have someone feature and bring to light the collective experience of the South Asian diaspora in the western world. He already has interviewed a very impressive roster of successful and interesting individuals, and I wish him continued success in this ende... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brownfunk
    United States2 years ago
  • Deep dives with passionate people

    I thoroughly enjoy the deep dives Abhay does with each of his guests, who come from a range of fields. Abhay asks thought provoking and insightful questions. I always learn so much and applaud the focus on elevating South Asian voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    byymygty
    United States2 years ago

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The authentic storytelling and diverse cultural nuances resonate well with audiences, contributing to a community feeling.
Many find the host's interview style engaging, often commending their ability to connect personal stories to broader societal themes.
Listeners appreciate the informal and inclusive atmosphere created during each episode.

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Asmita Satyarthi on Compassion, Everyday Leadership, and Global Justice
Q: How can leaders incorporate compassion without sacrificing competitiveness?
Compassion can coexist with profitability by embedding accountability and responsibility into business practices, especially in supply chains and leadership culture, which ultimately strengthens performance and trust.
Bhuwan Ribhu... on JUST RIGHTS FOR CHILDREN and ending child marriage
Q: How did you convert local wins into national and global momentum?
By codifying victories into predictable processes—saving children, prosecuting offenders, and then expanding through social security linkages, faith-based deterrents, and international advocacy, which showed that change was both possible and scalable.
Bhuwan Ribhu... on JUST RIGHTS FOR CHILDREN and ending child marriage
Q: What catalyzed your shift from rescue work to legislative and systemic reform?
A painful rescue where the lack of a clear law left a vulnerable girl exposedto further harm; this underscored the need for preventive, enforceable law and a scalable system that protects children at risk.
Rajiv G Menon ... on 120 Bahadur and the journey of a screenwriter
Q: If you could unlearn something about yourself to be a successful writer, what would it be?
He points to patience and listening as core traits to cultivate, suggesting that refining observational skills is essential to storytelling.
Rajiv G Menon ... on 120 Bahadur and the journey of a screenwriter
Q: Who are some of your writing heroes, and what would you discuss with them?
Rajiv would choose Ernst Hemingway for his fearless life and writing under conflict, which he believes could offer deep insights into craft and risk-taking.

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2. Monica Singhal
3. Karsh Kale
4. Priya Jaisinghani
5. Harini Nilakantan
6. Vijay Iyer
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