Looking for real talk on parenting tips, fashion inspiration, travel diaries and finding gratitude? 🌸In this episode of Twisted Truths, actor & model Raavee Gupta Biddvai shares her journey as a mom, traveler, and style icon.We discuss 👇👩‍👦 Parenting & screen time balance in today’s digital world🌍 Travel experiences from Nepal & Goa👗 Style, confidence & fashion advice for women🇮🇳 Why she is proud & grateful to call India home🙏 How to practice gratitude in everyday lifeThis podcast is for anyone looking for inspiration, balance, and real-life lessons. 💫🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with creators, dreamers & doers.CREDITSGuest: Raavee Gupta BiddvaiHost and Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha DeyashiProduction Head: Disha AgarwalAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaPoster & Thumbnail Design: Rajesh Kr. SamantaProduced by: Lal BhatiaFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com

Thinking of leaving your 9-5 to chase your passion? 🎯

In this episode of Twisted Truths, National Award winning actor Shantanu shares his journey, from advertising agency cubicles to creating viral vertical series that shook up the content game.We talk about 👇✨ His shift from 9-5 to storytelling.✨ Walked us through this National Award-winning experience as a child actor.✨ Building authentic content in a world of fake clout.✨ The balance between passion, ration & reality.✨ He is a hardcore Mumbaikar, so bits and pieces of that too.✨ His relationship status, and what stances he has on this topic.✨ Why consistency is the real success mantra?If you’ve ever dreamed of breaking free from the corporate grind, this conversation is for YOU. 💪🏿💪🏿🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more raw, unfiltered stories from creators, entrepreneurs, dreamers & everything else except that too😜🤫#ShatanuRangnekar #TwistedTruthsPodcast #QuitYour9to5 #ActorLife #ContentCreatorJourney #NationalAwardWinner

CREDITSGuest: Shantanu Rangnekar

Host and Creative Director: Joydeep Sen

Creative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha Deyashi

Production Head: Disha Agarwa

lAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. Samanta

Poster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha RoyProduced by:

Lal Bhatia

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In this episode of Twisted Truths (TT80), we sit down with a keynote motivational speaker, Mr. Bobby D'souza, who opens up about the real journey behind the stage. From life-changing encounters to the balance between faith and ambition, he shares what it truly takes to inspire others—and the untold side of being a speaker.We talk about:✅ What it takes to become a motivational speaker✅ Memorable encounters that shaped his journey✅ The role of God and faith in success✅ What separates a good leader from a great leaderWhether you dream of public speaking, are curious about the lives of great speakers like Gaur Gopal Das or Sandeep Maheshwari, or simply want fresh motivation, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.CREDITSGuest: Mr. Bobby D'souzaHost and Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha DeyashiProduction Head: Disha AgarwalAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha RoyProduced by: Lal BhatiaFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com

🎓 Ever wondered what PhD life is actually like at IIT Bombay?In this episode of Twisted Truths (TT79), we sit down with Kehkasha Siddiqui, a PhD student at IIT Bombay. She shares a raw, unfiltered look at the challenges, research grind, and the surprising realities of academic life in one of India’s premier institutions.We talk about:✅ Why they chose IIT Bombay for their PhD✅ The toughest challenges of research life✅ What keeps them motivated during the grind✅ Fun stories from campus and hostel lifeWhether you’re preparing for higher studies, curious about IIT Bombay, or just want to know what a PhD journey really feels like, this episode has a bit of everything.Watch the full podcast to find out.Timestamps 01:25 - 03:35 | 🏞️ Campus Life is Holistic and Self-sufficient03:35 - 06:00 |🐊 Wildlife Interaction Adds a Distinctive Layer to Campus Experience 06:00 - 10:13 |🔒Gender Interaction Governed by Strict Security but Without Oppression 10:13 - 13:37 | 🎓 PhD Admission and Fellowship Reflect a Structured but Challenging Academic Path13:37- 14:40 |🧠 Mental Health Challenges are Real and Complex14:40 - 17:20 | 💑 Changing Family Dynamics and Marriage Perspectives17:20 - 25:56 | 🔄 Inter-caste Marriages are Accepted, but Inter-religious Marriages Remain Challenging25:56 - 31:35 |👗 Freedom of Expression and Absence of Gender Bias31:35 - 33:45 | 🚨 Security Incidents are Rare but Highlight the Need for Vigilance33:45 - 36:11 | 💑 Dating apps, goals and everything in between.CREDITSGuest: Kehkasha SiddiquiHost and Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha DeyashiProduction Head: Disha AgarwalAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha RoyProduced by: Lal BhatiaFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com#phd #phdlife #iitbombay #podcast #phdinindia #phdjourney #wildlife #datingadvice #datingtips #cafe #hostellife #campuslife #indoorgames #wildanimals #iitbombay

Who is the man who went from leading iconic ad campaigns to becoming an actor and author? How did an executive creative director at Ogilvy reinvent himself? What surprising turns shaped his journey?Started as a copywriter with Response, an ad agency in Kolkata. Then he shifted to Ogilvy, rose through the ranks to be a creative director and executive director, and then became chairman and chief creative officer of 82.5 Communications, Ogilvy Group. He is now an actor and author too.Watch the full podcast to find out.Timestamps:00:00 – 01:33 | Introduction01:33 – 02:44 | How The English Nut began, from correcting English to creating a channel02:44 – 03:11 | Why social media mattered for his advertising career03:11 – 03:32 | His one-video-a-week challenge to test the channel’s success03:32 – 04:25 | Growing to 150,000+ followers across platforms04:25 – 09:16 | The quirky story behind the name The English Nut09:16 – 10:17 | Childhood in Manchester and learning English abroad10:17 – 10:50 | When his teacher called his mom about his reading habits10:50 – 17:18 | Why English is “a funny language” with mixed roots17:18 – 18:01 | From advertising to acting to writing: his creative journey18:01 – 19:23 | Defining himself as a creative across mediums19:23 – 21:21 | How Rupa Publications approached him to write a book21:21 – 21:57 | About his book Stories of Words and Phrases21:57 – 25:53 | Surprising word origins from the book25:53 – 29:49 | Interviewing Shashi Tharoor & Ruskin Bond29:49 – 33:59 | How Shashi Tharoor wrote the foreword and meeting Ruskin Bond—this is good33:59 – 40:00 | Reflections on language, creativity, and personal philosophy 40:00 – 43:00 | Lessons from a multi-faceted career 43:00 – 45:02 | Closing thoughts and outro CREDITSGuest: Sumanto ChattopadhyayHost and Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha DeyashiProduction Head: Disha AgarwalAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha RoyProduced by: Lal BhatiaFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com

What do mandirs, luxury, and mental health have in common? For lifestyle influencer Ahana Raheja, they’re all part of one unapologetically “soft” life.In this episode of Twisted Truths, Ahana gets real about•⁠ ⁠Using workouts as therapy. 🏋🏼‍♂️•⁠ ⁠Why she calls Dubai the best “Indian” city. 🌆🌆•⁠ ⁠Her deep spiritual side—satsangs, seva, and the Maha Kumbh. 📿💫•The soft life aesthetic vs. the truth behind it. 🌸✨•Living wild, praying harder. 🥃•Co-owning a niche jewellery brand with her mom. 💍💎🎧 If you think influencers are all filters and no faith—watch this. A new episode is out now on Twisted Truths—streaming on YouTube and Spotify.CREDITSGuest: Ahana RahejaHost and Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha DeyashiProduction Head: Disha AgarwalAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaPoster & Thumbnail Design: Kamalika BiswasProduced by: Lal BhatiaFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthssigsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify: https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgforFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf For any other queries contact us through our email: info@dandgfilms.com

Step inside Kyani & Co., Bombay’s legendary Irani Restaurant, with Farokh Shokri, the man carrying forward a 120-year-old legacy of food, community, and history. From bun maska and chai to stories of Bollywood icons and generations of loyal customers. Kyani remains a living symbol of Mumbai’s resilience and spirit.In this conversation, Farokh Shokri reflects on: ☕ The restaurant's origins and ties to Bombay’s heritage 🥐 Signature dishes that made Kyani famous (bun maska, mawa cake, keema pav) 🏛 The importance of preserving old-world charm over chasing trends 🚫 Why Kyani refuses food delivery apps and laptop-café culture 🎨 Stories of legends like Shashi Kapoor and M.F. Hussain visiting over the decadesKyani & Co. isn’t just a restaurant - it’s a piece of Bombay’s soul.Disclaimer: We sincerely apologize for the misspelling of Mr. Farokh Shokri’s name in the video—unfortunately, we’re unable to make edits post upload, but we truly appreciate your understanding.[KyaniAndCo,IraniRestaurant , HeritageStories, FarokhSokhri, MumbaiFood, CaféCulture, BombayHistory, BunMaska, IraniCafe]Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:00 | Introduction to Kayani Bakery’s history and rules (No laptops, no charging)01:00 – 02:20 | The heritage of the building and Irani café roots since 190402:20 – 02:44 | Legacy of the Kayani name and Irani café history02:44 – 03:25 | Celebrity customers: Shashi Kapoor, MF Husain03:25 – 05:53 | Kayani’s unchanged ethos over decades05:53 – 07:12 | Impact of historical events: Independence, Partition, and 2008 Terror Attacks07:12 – 08:09 | Refusing to modernize: Maintaining prices and structure08:09 – 09:45 | Maintaining heritage interiors: Polish chairs, century-old tiles09:45 – 10:44 | Policies on low-cost dining and no overstaying10:44 – 11:58 | Thoughts on hospitality industry changes11:58 – 13:17 | Nostalgia: Bombay of the 70s vs today13:17 – 14:23 | Signature dishes through the day (Chai, Bun Maska, Kheema, Dhansak)14:23 – 15:20 | Evolving menu and family’s role in expanding offerings15:20 – 15:52 | Refusing delivery apps: Maintaining customer experience15:52 – 16:27 | Secret recipes and legacy of homemade dishes16:27 – 16:40 | Advice to young restaurateurs: Patience, long-term vision, costsFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com

What does it take to build a business without eyesight? Meet Ratul, a visually impaired entrepreneur who didn’t just stop at overcoming his own challenges—he’s now training 300+ visually impaired students to use computers and become self-reliant.In this powerful episode, Ratul shares:How he uses a computer without seeing the screenThe tools and software that help visually impaired people navigate the digital worldHis mission to uplift and empower others like himAnd how he’s rewriting what "disability" really means💡 This is not just an interview. It’s a story of grit, purpose, and transformation.🎧 Watch now and get inspired to look beyond what limits you.Timestamps: 00:00 – 00:36 | Introduction to Ratul’s journey as a visually impaired tech educator and musician00:36 – 02:53 | Ratul discusses job discrimination and poor RPWD Act implementation02:13 – 03:28 | Founding a computer academy to empower visually impaired learners02:48 – 05:43 | Ratul shares his early musical inspirations and love for tabla05:00 – 07:31 | Daily music practice and memories of performing with his band06:52 – 09:27 | Recounting live shows and the audience’s heartfelt reactions08:48 – 10:32 | Challenging societal prejudice and launching VI Tech Academy09:56 – 13:58 | India’s public spaces lack true accessibility for the disabled13:22 – 15:09 | Independence through online tools and debunking myths14:34 – 17:07 | Highlighting icons and the potential of visually impaired achievers16:29 – 17:39 | Smartphones and assistive tech empower blind users daily17:04 – 18:49 | Learning English through music and a mission to reach more people18:17 – 20:02 | Building a YouTube library of solutions for blind programmers19:29 – 22:03 | Training students and navigating poverty-related obstacles21:25 – 24:00 | Employer bias and lack of disability sensitivity during interviews23:29 – 25:02 | The need for informed compassion and awareness about braille users24:16 – 26:14 | Tech tools like screen readers enable digital independence25:34 – 26:52 | Freelancing offers income and dignity to visually impaired workers26:17 – 28:38 | Clarifying medical definitions of visual impairment stages27:44 – 29:49 | Government policies clash with unfair real-world competition29:10 – 30:58 | Exploring podcasting and a recent discriminatory bank experience30:22 – 32:52 | Using laws and RBI rules to fight for ATM access rights32:18 – 33:27 | Ratul reflects on his journey and encourages digital self-empowerment#Inspiration #Podcast #VisuallyImpaired #Entrepreneurship #RatulRoopkatha #SpeakingMirror #TechForGoodFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com