What defines true success? How does leadership evolve with experience? And what role do legacy, mentorship, and intuition play in shaping a meaningful life?

In this episode of Between Us Podcast, host Santosh Kumar sits down with Tushar Kansal to explore the human side of leadership—beyond startups, investments, and valuations. This is a fireside-style conversation about reflection, growth, and the truths that rarely make it into boardrooms or headlines.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Legacy Beyond Valuation → What truly compounds over time: relationships, values, and impact.

Leadership & Mentorship → Why great leaders create successors, not followers.

Intuition & Pauses → How slowing down and listening can redirect your life.

The Loneliness of Conviction → Standing firm when your truth isn’t widely accepted.

Spiritual & Emotional Anchors → Practices that keep leaders grounded in uncertain times.

Startup Challenges → The unseen realities of building and sustaining companies in India.

This episode goes beyond balance sheets—it’s about living with conviction, creating legacy, and listening to life.

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

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Courts of Change: How Rido Sports is Building India’s Sporting Future | Between Us™ Podcast

What does it take to turn a barren patch of land into a space for dreams, discipline, and national pride?

In this episode of Between Us™, we sit down with Sandeep Bhola and Siddhant Bhola, the father-son duo behind Rido Sports, one of India’s most respected names in sports infrastructure development.

For over 30 years, Rido Sports has been silently transforming schoolyards, stadiums, and communities — one court at a time. But behind every surface they build lies a deeper story: of resilience, generational leadership, and a vision to redefine the future of sports in India.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a sports enthusiast, or someone interested in building with purpose — this conversation will leave you inspired.

Timestamps

00:00 – Sneak Peek: What’s Coming

01:39 – The Origin Story: How Rido Sports Began

06:38 – First Big Break: The Project That Changed Everything

09:38 – Lessons from a Father: Foundations of Leadership

16:27 – Engineering Excellence: Crafting with Precision

21:25 – Why Quality is Non-Negotiable

29:00 – Make in India, Rido’s Way

37:00 – Hard Lessons, Real Growth

42:38 – Sports, Education & Social Change

56:52 – Building for the Climate: Sustainability in Sports Infra

01:06:19 – Entrepreneurship Meets Legacy

01:22:50 – Rapid Fire: Grit, Vision & Values

01:42:30 – Closing Notes & Final Takeaways

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

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The Startup Catalyst: Building the Ecosystem with Ashish Garde | Between Us™ Podcast

What does it really take to create a thriving startup culture in India’s small towns?

In this episode of Between Us™, we sit down with Ashish Garde, Director of MAGIC Incubator, and one of the most influential figures quietly reshaping India’s startup ecosystem.

From mentoring women entrepreneurs to empowering rural innovators, Ashish shares what it means to support startups that don’t always come from Silicon Valley-like cities — but from Tier II and Tier III Bharat.

This isn’t just about incubation — it’s about inclusivity, economic transformation, and building the future from the grassroots up.

In This Episode:

• How incubators create new markets, not just support them
• MAGIC’s model for mentoring Tier II & rural founders
• The untold stories of underrepresented entrepreneurs
• Startups as tools for job creation, innovation, and equality
• AI, climate, and grassroots innovation — the trends to watch

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more.

Watch now & subscribe for more real conversations from the heart of India’s transformation.

Let us know your biggest takeaway from the episode in the comments.

Timestamps

00:00 – Coming Up

01:49 – Introduction

03:12 – Personal Journey

04:26 – What Matters

15:40 – Tier 2 & 3 Startup Challenges

24:36 – Empowering Women & Rural Entrepreneurs

28:17 – How MAGIC Supports Innovators

29:47 – Stories from the Ground

32:56 – Bridging the Entrepreneurial Gap

40:22 – Social Impact of Startups

46:10 – Challenges as an Incubator

48:40 – What’s Brewing

54:18 – The Copy-Paste Problem in Startups

1:12:37 – Rapid Fire

1:21:46 – Final Thoughts & Outro

Between us ™️ Podcast links

Website: www.andbetweenus.com

YouTube:

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Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

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"Teachers build nations. Vision shapes education. Conversations spark change."

Welcome to another episode of Between Us: Make Every Conversation Count™

In this landmark episode, we are joined by Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, one of India’s most respected education leaders and the former Chairman of AICTE. Together, we dive into the future of Indian education and what it truly means to reimagine learning in the 21st century.

In this episode, we explore:

• Empowering teachers as leaders and changemakers

• Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) into modern pedagogy

• Role of startups, EdTech, and innovation in education

• Creating flexible and inclusive learning pathways under NEP 2020

• Reaching underserved regions and communities

• Blending tradition and technology for resilient institutions

This conversation is an invitation to rethink the purpose, process, and impact of education—from policy to classroom, from startup hubs to rural schools.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA

Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962

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Guest:

Prof. Anil Sahasrabudhe

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-sahasrabudhe-701b7325/

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

#BetweenUsPodcast #DrAnilSahasrabudhe #NEP2020 #IndianEducation #FutureOfLearning #IKS #EducationLeadership #EdTech #PolicyToPractice #InnovationInEducation #TeachersOfIndia #MyGovIndia #MinistryOfEducation #NAAC

What if the answers to tomorrow’s challenges lie in India’s ancient knowledge?

In this compelling episode of Between Us: Make Every Conversation Count™, we sit down with Prof. Bhushan Patwardhan — renowned biomedical scientist, global health advisor, and former Vice Chairman of the UGC — to explore how Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Ayurveda, and the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) are transforming the landscape of education, policy, and global innovation.

In this episode, we explore:

- How IKS can be integrated into higher education

- The role of Ayurveda in sustainable development and public health

- The philosophical and scientific underpinnings of NEP 2020

- Bridging tradition and technology through storytelling and policy

- Why India’s civilizational ethos is more relevant than ever

This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a blueprint for reimagining India’s future.

For more such conversation visit our website: www.andbetweenus.com You can also listen to the Audio on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Hubhopper and many more...

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA

Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962

Follow our host: Santosh Kumar (IG - @andbetweenus)

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/

Guest:

Prof Bhushan Patwardhan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhushanpatwardhan/

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

#BhushanPatwardhan #IndianKnowledgeSystems #IKS #NEP2020 #AyurvedaPolicy #AyurvedaEducation #EducationReformIndia #AncientWisdomModernWorld #BetweenUsPodcast #HigherEducationIndia #IKSInPolicy #GlobalScienceIndia #IndigenousInnovation #FutureOfLearning #BharatiyaGyaan

What does it take to build a business that not only scales — but matters?

In this powerful episode of Between Us, we sit down with Sameer Panda, a founder and changemaker who’s rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship. From bootstrapping ventures to aligning profits with purpose, Sameer shares his journey of building startups at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and social good.

What to Expect

• The real stories behind launching purpose-led ventures

• Navigating systemic challenges and personal growth

• Redefining success through impact and long-term vision

• Insights into building with empathy, ethics, and ecosystems in mind

This isn’t just a conversation — it’s a call to action for future founders, innovators, and impact-driven leaders.

For more such conversation visit our website: www.andbetweenus.com You can also listen to the Audio on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Hubhopper and many more...

https://hubhopper.com/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/445847

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA

Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962

Follow our host: Santosh Kumar (IG - @andbetweenus)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andbetweenus/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/

Guest:

Sameer Panda

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sameerpanda19/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

#SameerPanda #BetweenUsPodcast #SantoshKumarPodcast #SustainableStartups #SocialImpact #StartupIndia #FounderStories #ImpactEntrepreneurs #InnovationForGood #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessWithPurpose #StartupJourney #IndianEntrepreneurs #PurposeDrivenBusiness #SocialInnovation

The Teacher. The Mentor. The Visionary.

Some people build careers. A rare few build legacies.

In this special episode of Between Us, we sit down with Dr. Mohan B. Rao—Chairman of CII WR Education Taskforce and Advisor at SIWS Group of Institutions—whose journey from industry to academia has inspired thousands across generations.

From boardrooms to classrooms, Dr. Rao has spent decades shaping young lives. But who is the man behind the resume?

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

His early life, values, and what shaped his journey

His transition from corporate leadership at Godrej and Datamatics to transformative work in academia

Why mentorship matters now more than ever

His bold ideas for fixing the gaps in our education system

Insights on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), startups, AI, and the future of learning

Personal reflections, regrets, triumphs—and what still fuels his passion

Whether you're a student, educator, policymaker, or curious learner—this episode is a masterclass in leadership, learning, and living with purpose.

Timestamps:

00:00 Coming up

01:50 Introduction

06:24 How can we have seamless marriage between Education & Entrepreneurship

08:45 What is Mentoring and what does it involve

13:15 How to close the gap between the education and real world skills

17:34 How do we prepare today's student for AI

18:35 Key 5 impactful features of NEP 2020

23:42 Role in CII

31:08 What is your role in helping the startups driving innovation

36:00 How can Indian Knowledge System help in today's startups?

45:56 What Motivated you to leap from corporate to teaching?

47:44 His Journey (Experience working in Godrej)

01:01:12 What is his advice for young generation?

01:03:40 His Journey in Datamatics

01:05:45 Importance of Human Connections

01:14:57 Why do learn the lesson after something happens?

01:18:40 Personal Journey (Growing up years)

01:25:20 How we all are interconnected but are we closely connected with each other?

01:28:00 What is your legacy?

01:32:14 His Learnings from his working abroad

01:36:40 Rapid Fire Questions

01:41:34 Closing Remarks

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The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey.

#BetweenUs #Podcast #DrMohanBRao #EducationLeadership #MentorshipMatters #IndianKnowledgeSystems #FutureOfEducation #CII #LearningWithPurpose #TeacherMentorVisionary #InspiringConversations #LifeLessons

At Between Us, we're passionate about nurturing the startup ecosystem in India, particularly in Tier 2 and 3 cities. To take this ecosystem to the next level, we need to look beyond funding and focus on key elements like mentorship, resource accessibility, and fostering a collaborative culture.

In today's era of collaboration, we believe that together, we can create a thriving startup ecosystem that benefits everyone. International investors are already bullish on Indian startups, drawn by our country's growing market, talented workforce, innovative solutions, and government initiatives supporting entrepreneurship.

As we navigate the ups and downs of the startup journey, transparency and open communication with investors are crucial. Embracing setbacks as opportunities to learn and pivot is vital, and rejection can often be a stepping stone to success.

Timestamps:

Dive into the world of technology with me!

Watch as I share my journey and insights:

2:22 - Introduction

3:34 - What inspired me to pursue a career in technology

7:23- Three main segments.

7:36- What matters.

19:15- Key elements beyond funding that make Ecosystem Robust.

21:07- Define good mentorship.

23:10- How mentorship actually helped!

38:07- Ease of doing Business.

48:46 - How do we build meaningful connections

53:30- Best way to Retain talent.

1:17:14 - How world economy shaped?

1:24:40 - Startup should align mission or not?

1:34:10 Advice on Indian startup.

1:43:33 - Role of Investors

2:02:34 - Conclusion

Our vision for Bharat Startup? A vibrant ecosystem where startups thrive, driven by collaboration, innovation, and a passion for solving real-world problems. Let's work together to make this vision a reality!

What role do you think you can play in shaping the future of India's startup ecosystem?

#BharatStartup #StartupEcosystem #Collaboration #Innovation #BetweenUs