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Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.
Ep. 84 feat. Kunal, Amit and Mae
The Cyrus Says podcast is also available on iTunes: https://goo.gl/7FLzJW Or you can find us about any app you use to get your podcasts; Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, Podeshwar (that is not real, but don't you wish it was?) Follow Cyrus Says on Facebook: https://goo.gl/xoXZD0 This is an IVM Production; for more such awesome podcasts, come find us: Website: Indusvox.com Facebook: https://goo.gl/P130uw Twitter: https://goo.gl/7P7Uec Instagram: https://goo.gl/qH3PHm #news #politics #traffic #currentaffairs #debate #topicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 83 feat. Haute Chef Founder Vishal Shah
In this episode of CyrusSays, Vishal Shah (@HauteChefIndia on Twitter), founder and CEO of Haute Chef talks to Cyrus about how working with investment banking got him interested in food, the importance of good ingredients in cooking, their out-of-the-box cooking experience, food that works with the Indian palette and his future plans with Haute Chef. #comedy #podcast #chatshow #chef #food #foodieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 82 feat. Behavioural Design’s Anand Damani and Mayur Tekchandaney
On this episode of #CyrusSays, Anand Damani (@ananddamanica on Twitter) and Mayur Tekchandaney (@mayurtek on Twitter) talk to Cyrus about behavioural science and decision making, how they plan to stop the honking, winning an 'Effy', mind games and solving bigger social problems in India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 81 feat. Restaurateur Nishek Jain
On this episode of Cyrus Says, Nishek Jain, entrepreneur and managing director of Sahib Hospitality, tells Cyrus about his engineering background, living in Germany, traveling to different parts of India tasting food, 'punugulu', food stereotyping of Indian cuisines and his restaurant 29 (@The29_Mumbai)'s twenty nine different regional cuisines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 80 feat. Cricket Guru Ayaz Memon
In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus talks to veteran sports journalist Ayaz Memon on his beginnings as a sports journalist, stories from the cricketing world, and the current state of cricket in India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 79 feat. Srinivas Srirangam and Radhika Tata
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Srinivas Srirangam, General Manager, (@chefsrini on Twitter) and Radhika Tata of Novotel Imagica Khopoli (@AdlabsImagica on Twitter) talk to Cyrus about: Mr. Srirangam's beginnings Being a guest at Novotel Imagica Khopoli, first theme park hotel Journey of Mr. Srirangam from a Chef to General Manager Experience the Sunset brunch at Novotel Imagica Indians, when they travel abroad Adlabs' Aquamagica and the snow park which is soon to open See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 78 feat. Musician Ankur Tewari
In this episode of #CyrusSays, singer-songwriter, Ankur Tewari (@ankurtewari on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: Growing up in Rourkee Picking up the (wrong) guitar Playing Hotel California to combat ragging in college Starting out as a musician in Bombay His short film series, Love Shots See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 77 feat. Comedian Tushar Singh
In this episode of #CyrusSays, comedian Tushar Singh (@Tushy on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: Growing up as a chubby Indian in the U.S. Studying engineering at Georgia tech His early days as a comedian Losing his job Moving around the U.S. doing standup The Indian comedy scene See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 76 feat. Zumba Instructor Sucheta Pal
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Zumba Education Specialist, Sucheta Pal (@SuchetaPalZumba on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: The science of Zumba How she got interested in it Her husband's support Various Zumba styles Fitness in India See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 75 feat. Gateway Brewery’s Rahul Mehra
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Rahul Mehra of Gateway Brewing Company (@gatewaybrewery on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: The process of making beer Making good beer The legalities of brewing The market for beer in India Flavouring See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 74 feat. Le15 Patisserie’s Pooja Dingra
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Pooja Dhingra (@poojadhingraa) of Le 15 Patisserie talks to Cyrus about: Her childhood interest in baking The support of her parents Moving to Switzerland and then to Paris to pursue her dream Le 15 Patisserie's dessert menu Expanding her business in India See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 73 Cricket Special feat. CP Thomas and Vivek Krishnan
In this Cricket Special episode of #CyrusSays, cricket experts, CP Thomas (@cpthomas42) and Vivek Krishnan (@KrishnanViv) talk to Cyrus about: The Kiwi presence in the World Cup Their predictions for the season The Indian team Their verdict Public interest in T20s India's future in test cricket See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 72 feat. Stylist Elton Fernandez
In this episode of #CyrusSays, celebrity makeup and hair artist, Elton Fernandes (@eltonjfernandez on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: How he moved to India during the gulf war The difficulties of being homosexual in India The celebrities he's worked with His Youtube channel The art of makeup See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 71 feat. Teach for India’s Aastha Singh
In this latest episode of #CyrusSays, Aastha Singh of Teach For India (@TeachForIndia on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about: The socio economic situation in the country How Teach For India works What children are capable of doing with education How she started working with TFI Her personal life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 70 Anniversary Special episode feat. Mae Thomas and Amit Doshi
On this anniversary special episode, Cyrus talks to Amit Doshi (@doshiamit on Twitter) and Mae (@maebemaebe on Twitter) about the year that was (or wasn't?). They also talk about: How it all began All the memorable guests we've had Other podcasts from the IVM network Some more fun stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 69 feat. Comedienne Vasu Primlani
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Cyrus talks to polymath, Vasu Primlani (@greencomedian on Twitter) about her achievements and varied interests. They also talk about: Being a jack of many trades and master of all Going from class clown to standup comedian Her brush with the law Being wrongfully detained in prison Psychosomatic therapy Triathletics and fitness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 68 feat. Actor-Model Viraf Patel
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Cyrus talks to model, actor and entrepreneur, Viraf Patel on his journey and his new venture, a Parsi Tinder app: Aapro. Also joining them on Skype is Viraf's partner Umeed Kothavala, technical backbone of Aapro. They also discuss: His merchant navy days Falling in love Kinky Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Writing a killer script Parsi dating See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 67 feat. US Filmmakers Sean Graham and Ronnie Allman
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Ronnie Allman (@RonnieAllman on Twitter) and Sean Graham (@seandgraham on Twitter), two filmmakers from the United States who have come to India on a mission to make a crowdfunded feature film on the Ramayan (@ramayanfilm on Twitter), talk to Cyrus about: Indian mythology on a global scale The story and focus of the Ramayan The epic casting Interesting work they've done The US elections Support the making of the Ramayan film by contributing here:https://www.wishberry.in/campaign/ramayana-enter-forest/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 66 feat. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about the making of Aligarh. They also talk about: How he decided to make Aligarh Homophobic reactions His experiences working on the film Simran The oscars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 65 feat. The Mirror Merchants’ Arnesh Ghose
In this latest episode of #CyrusSays, Arnesh Ghose (@ArneshGhose on Twitter) founder of The Mirror Merchants, a theater company, talks to Cyrus about: His collection of plays, Chaarpaai Gender issues in India Audience reactions to his plays The Mirror Merchants Writing for The Rolling Stone and Man's World magazine See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 64 feat. Singer-Songwriter Gary Lawyer
In this episode of #CyrusSays, singer-songwriter and veteran musician, Gary Lawyer (@garylawyer on Twitter) talks to Cyrus about his new single, Heaven's Child, which he just released. They also talk about: Being a multi instrumentalist Moving to the US for music Meeting his guru, Ray Charles His love for bikes The market for independent western music in India See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 63 feat. Social Entrepreneur Samyak Chakrabarty
In this episode of #CyrusSays, Cyrus meets Samyak Chakrabarty (@Samyakc on Twitter), social entrepreneur and founder of Social Quotient and the Green Batti Project (@greenbatti on Twitter). They talk about: His startup, Electronic Youth Media Being one of the youngest entrepreneurs in the country Being instrumental in driving the youth to vote Indian weddings The importance of the mentor-mentee system How CSR can actually create impact See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 62 feat. Geeks Tejas and Jishnu
In this episode of #CyrusSays, hosts Tejas Menon(@TejasMenon on Twitter) and Jishnu Guha(@JishnuGuha on Twitter) geek out about their new podcast Geekfruit(@@GeekFruitHQ on Twitter) with Cyrus. They also talk about: What it means to be a geek Celebrity geeks Cyrus' favorite superheroes Indian comics All about their new podcast, Geekfruit Fictitious Mumbai superheroes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 61 feat. Hemp Warriors Sanvar and Yash
In this latest episode of #CyrusSays, founders of BOHECO (@BohecoIndia on Twitter), Yash Kotak and Sanvar Oberoi talk to Cyrus about: How they started out as HR college students Agriculture in India The booming hemp industry The numerous uses of hemp BOHECO's business model See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 60 feat. IESHA founder Nilima Achwal
In this episode of #CyrusSays, American-born Indian, Nilima Achwal (@niliach on Twitter) tells Cyrus about her social startup, Iesha. They talk about: Sexuality being taboo in India How children perceive sex Traditional Indian beliefs that became restrictions How their teaching program is modeled How her life experiences led her to start Iesha See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 59 feat. Hula Hooper Swati Shah
In this latest episode of #CyrusSays, professional Hula Hoopist, Swati Shah talks to Cyrus about: The first time she tried to hula in Goa Heartbreaks Hula Hooping for fitness - Hoopnotism Keeping your mind off things by keeping busy A day in her life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 58 feat. The Machan Founder Varun Hooja
In this episode, Cyrus talks to Varun Hooja, founder of luxury treehouse eco-resort, The Machan. We find out about: How the resort runs on an off-grid, self-sufficient system Varun's stint working with Accenture Being one with nature Being an Indian abroad The Indian startup culture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 57 feat Film Critic Aniruddha Guha
In this episode of #CyrusSays, film critic and writer, Aniruddha Guha (@AniGuha) introduces his new podcast on the IVM Network, Watcha! They talk about: Cyrus' appearance in 'Jalwa' A glimpse into Ani's favorites to WATCHA! Star Wars - The Force Awakens Bollywood stars in Hollywood remakes Do film critics take bribes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 56 feat. Amit Doshi and Mae Thomas
In this episode of #CyrusSays,we have Amit Doshi founder of IVM Podcasts (@doshiamit on twitter) and Mae Thomas host of Maed in India(@maebemaebe on twitter) discuss Republic day The Oscars Dating scenario for Indian men François Hollande in India Intolerance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 55 feat. Stuff Mag Editor Nishant Padhiar
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is editor of Stuff Magazine India Nishant Padhiar (@nishantpadhiar on twitter). Nishant and Cyrus discuss: Stuff Magazine India vs Stuff Magazine in the US The importance of Technology Nishants history as a sound engineer Nishant the gadget guy Controlling your phone as opposed to letting your phone control you Manufacturing smartphones in India See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 54 feat. Chef Gresham Fernandes
In this latest episode of Cyrus Says, restauranteur Gresham Fernandes (@gwesham on twitter) talks to us about his culinary journey from being a Bandra boy to the being executive chef at Smokehouse Deli. They also talk about: The strenuous lives of chefs His 'favorites' His stint in Copenhagen Catering to a crowd His musical side TV shows on food See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 53 feat. Actor-Producer Sameer Malhotra
Our latest episode of #CyrusSays brings a very in-depth conversation with an old buddy, Sameer Malhotra- actor, producer, avid cook, music scenester and entrepreneur. Listen to the entire episode where we talk about • His "Daddy" Image • His Flatmate Ankur Tewari • His Singing Talent • The All Starr Jamm Project • Cyrus SahukarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 52 feat. Daily Pao’s Amit Gurbaxani, Pronoti Datta and Purva Mehra
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guests are Amit Gurbaxani (@TheGroovebox), Pronoti Datta(@prettynous) and Purva Mehra (@purvamehra), founders of the website "The Daily Pao" ( @thedailypao), which lets mumbaikars know " what's happening" in the city. They discuss: Daily Pao's local content and what makes them different Why Pronoti is called "Prawn" Bandra being more hip than #SoBo Burgers and the worst place to eat eve See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 51 feat. Lightbox Founders Jeremy Wenokur, Sid Talwar, Saneep Murthy and Prashant Mehta
In the 51st episode of Cyrus says, the first one in 2016, we bring you three enterprising gentlemen - Jeremy Wenokur, Sid Talwar, Sandeep Murthy and Prashant Mehta, Co-Founders of Light box Ventures, a company that helps fund budding entrepreneurs. Catch them in this latest episode with Cyrus as we talk about- Start-up Funding Taxation in business How to work your business efficiently The current scene in the startup circuit Traffic rules in India and how failures in the silicon valley are actually not a bad thing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 50 feat Amit Doshi and Mae Thomas
On this extra special super awesome 50th episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus is joined by Amit Doshi (@doshiamit on twitter) and Mae Thomas(@maeemaebe on twitter) of Indus Vox Media. As they look back on 2015 they discuss: The cynicism in Indian Politics The Miss Universe announcement fiasco Was the debate on intolerance this year overdone or justified Movie remakes 50 shades of Grey Aziz Ansari is a true Indian Thanks for all your support for our first 50 episodes, the listener response has been fantastic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 49 feat. The Hindu Editor Sachin Kalbag
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is the Mumbai editor of The Hindu Sachin Kalbag (@sachinkalbag on twitter) Sachin's start as a journalist interviewing Reshma Bombaywala How Tariq Ansari stopped him from going on his honeymoon & he became editor of Mid Day online The function of newspapers in an online world Why he removed the mid day mate Working in Washington DC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 48 feat. Taronish Bulsara,Rohini & Malika Bhavnani
On this episode of Cyrus Says are guests are Taronish Bulsara, Rohini Bhavnani and Malika Bhavnani pf the NGO World for All (@worldforall on twitter). Cyrus talks to them about: How the organization begun ABC - Animal Birth Control Cat discrimination Overcoming the fear of animals How Rohini & Malika got involved Cyrus' Mandela moment Challenges of fundraising You can learn more about the work they are doing at worldforall.co or their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/worldforall/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 47 feat. Inspector General Brijesh Singh
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Brijesh Singh author, foodie, and Inspector General of Police. Cyrus and Brijesh talk about: Brijesh's relationship with the TV Show CID Traffic Planning in Mumbai Brijesh's experiences in the police Quantum Siege - how true to life is his book Why Indian policemen wear Khakhi Sanskari James Bond Brijesh's book Quantum Siege is a thriller where a Police officer has less than 72 hours to diffuse a nuclear threat. It can be bought here http://www.amazon.in/Quantam-Siege-Brijesh-Singh/dp/0143422871/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 46 feat. Indian Express’ Anant Goenka
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Anant Goenka (@anantgoenka on twitter) of the Indian Express(@indianexpress on twitter). Cyrus and Anant talk about: The experience at the Mumbai Airport Story of Cyrus bullying Anant when he was a kid Anant's journey so far The Indian Express as an institution Thoughts on Digital vs. Print Technology in Pornography The Wagah border ceremony See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 45 feat. Shaze MD Samrat Zaveri
On this episode of Cyrus Says The jewelry business Whats happening with diamonds Aspirational The brand genesis and growth of the brand Shaze Shaze's Labellion campaign Jazz in Mumbai Our guest is Samrat Zaveri (@samratzaveri on twitter) Managin Director of Shaze (@shazeindia on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 44 feat. Actor-Athlete Parvin Dabas
On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is actor, director, model, photographer, athlete, blogger Parvin Dabas. Cyrus and Parvin discuss: Shared history of Cyrus and Parvin How Parvin started in the business Parvin shares his opinion on returning of Awards Diving with sharks Censorship vs. Certification Parvin is @parvindabas on twitter. His blog is at http://blogs.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/author/parvindabas/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 43 feat. Foodie Kunal Vijaykar
On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and Kunal discuss Food The Pathare Prabhu community How local food in India is Crabs vs Sex Thoughts on digital media Kunal reacts to types of foods and discusses his favourite cuisines Our guest is The Foodie, actor, comedian, writer Kunal Vijayakar (@kunalvijaykar on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 42 feat. Neil Modi, Rafael Pereira and Devanshu Ganatra
On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus talks to law students to get their perspective to issues How they got started with law The Shiv Sena vs BJP Collegium vs NJAC Celebrating Navratri Social Life as students Our guests are law students Neil Modi, Rafael Pereira and Devanshu GanatraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 41 feat. Luxury Hospitality Expert Siddharth Vaze
On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus and Siddharth talk about Siddharth's background Changing careers Variable American accents Siddharth shares stories of his time as a luxury hotel manager Sports in India Siddharth's experience on landing in the US right after 9/11 Growing up as an army brat Our guest is Siddharth Vaze (@sk_vaze on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 40 feat. Ekta Shah & Pinky Daga
On this episode of Cyrus Says: How Ekta and Pinky started Indigo Kids Challenges of creating childrens entertainment in India Ekta was made a bakra years ago The Beauty and the Beast show in India Thoughts on the movie Talwar Our guests are Pinky Daga and Ekta Shah of Indigo Kids India ( www.indigokidsindia.com )See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 39 feat. IVM Founder Amit Doshi
On this episode of Cyrus Says: Waiting at Doctors Clinics Rationalist persecution Religion and humour iphone vs. Nexuses Dumb Facebook status messages Hazing in college in India and the US Our guest is CEO of Indus Vox Media(producer of this show) Amit Doshi ( @doshiamit on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 38 feat. Sassy Spoon’s Irfan Pabaney
On this episode of Cyrus Says * Life and Times of Irfan Pabaney * Starting up the Sassy Spoon and differences between branches * Getting in the Guinness Book of World Records with the worlds largest curry * Impact of beef ban & meat bans on restaurants * Discussion on Service Tax and Service Charge * Being a Star Wars fan * Where chefs eat Our guest is Irfan Pabaney (@irfanpabaney on twitter) Chef/Owner at The Sassy SpoonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 37 feat. Content Strategist Dharmesh Gandhi
On this episode of Cyrus Says: Dharmesh's journey to Star TV Favourite late night shows Thoughts on Quantico Emmy 2015 awards Indian TV vs. American TV Our guest is Dharmesh Gandhi (@dharmeshg on twitter) the Content Engine at Star World, Star Premiere and FX See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep. 36 feat. Urban Planner Nandini Sampat
On this episode of Cyrus Says: Urban Planning in Mumbai The state of cemeteries and crematoriums Groping during Ganpati Raising kids in urban India Gated communities Mumbai's Coastal Road Our guest is Nandini Sampat architect and Urban PlannerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
49:3923/09/2015
Ep. 35 feat. Dennis Taraporewala Returns
On this episode of Cyrus Says: Meatless Mumbai? Dennis sings a song for Rakesh Maria Sheena Bora Murder & the police Sequel to Gangs of Wasseypur Rahul Gandhis dimples Pamela Andersons dog Walking in on people in the toilet Hangover Cures Our guest Dennis Taraporewala (@dennistarapore on twitter) is the CEO of the Public Relations and Social Media firm Criesse Communications - www.criesse.com. He is also an established musical artist and composer, and a prolific social media influencer. His tweets can be found at @dennistarapore and music at www.livedennis.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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