The PVT Show Podcast

What happens when intelligent people overcomplicate simple problems, and why do some people move ahead in life while others remain stuck despite having similar talent and opportunities? In Episode #54 of The PVT Show, Poonam Vijay Thakkar sits down with Prof. Mukesh Sud, an IIT Delhi alumnus, entrepreneur turned academic, professor at IIM Ahmedabad, co-author of the national bestseller Leapfrog, a...

What happens when you achieve the dream you once thought was impossible, but still find yourself searching for something deeper? In Episode #53 of The PVT Show, Poonam Vijay Thakkar sits down with Rohit Khandelwal, the first Indian to win the title of Mr. World, for a conversation that goes far beyond beauty, fame and success. Rohit’s journey began with rejection, uncertainty and a desire to prove...

Why is heart health becoming a growing concern for young Indians? Can someone look fit, exercise regularly and still have cardiovascular risk? This World Heart Day, The PVT Show brings you a special conversation on heart health, heart disease and cardiovascular fitness with Dr. Haresh Mehta, Director of Interventional & Structural Cardiology at S.L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate. With m...

What does the Bhagavad Gita teach us about mastering the mind, ego, leadership and success? And what does it truly mean to lead yourself before leading others? The PVT Show Episode 51 features @Dr. R. Balasubramaniam (Dr. Balu), Member of NITI Aayog, doctor, author, institution-builder, former Cornell professor and Harvard Kennedy School alumnus. In this deeply insightful conversation, Poonam Vija...

ONLY 7% BECOME CEOs… THIS IS WHAT THEY DO DIFFERENTLY | Shiv Shivakumar | The PVT Show #50 On Teachers' Day, learn from a leader who has spent over four decades learning, leading and shaping the future - Shiv Shivakumar, one of India's longest-serving CEOs. The PVT Show celebrates its 50th MILESTONE EPISODE with a conversation filled with timeless lessons on leadership, decision-making, ca...

Episode #49 | Is Everything We Know About Menstruation in Vedic Tradition Wrong? Nithin Sridhar Explains with his Global Research | @NithinSridhar3 | The PVT Show Podcast A Brief on this - DocuPodcast For centuries, menstruation in Hinduism has been surrounded by myths, taboos, rituals, and conflicting interpretations. But what do the Vedas, Dharma Shastras, Ayurveda, and Hindu traditions actually...

Episode #48 | What Happens After Success? Avinash Kaul on Leadership, Purpose & The Next Mountain | The PVT Show Podcast Most people spend their lives chasing success. But very few stop to ask what happens after they finally reach the top. Is success the destination, or is every achievement simply the beginning of a new climb? In this deeply insightful conversation, bestselling author and form...

Episode #47 | Every Great Story Begins With Pain | Aanand L. Rai on Love, Storytelling, Creativity, Raanjhanaa, Tere Ishk Mein & The Art of Cinema | @ColourYellowMovies | The PVT Show Podcast Every unforgettable story begins with pain. But what transforms pain into timeless cinema? Is great storytelling born from heartbreak, love, freedom, or the courage to embrace life’s deepest emotions? In...

Episode #46 | India’s Biggest Health Lie | Karan Sarin on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, PCOS, Fatty Liver & Metabolic Health | ⁨@sweetreactions1⁩ |The PVT Show Podcast India is becoming one of the youngest countries in the world. But it's also becoming one of the sickest. Diabetes. Fatty liver. PCOS. Heart disease. Dementia. What if these aren't separate diseases... But symptoms of one hidden...

Episode #45 | Coaching Secrets of Top CEOs | Deepak Jayaraman on Leadership & Growth | @PlaytoPotential | PVT Show Podcast What happens when you achieve everything you once dreamed of... But still feel something is missing? Success. Titles. Recognition. Wealth. And yet, many high achievers quietly struggle with a question they rarely ask out loud: "Is this all there is?" In this deep...

Episode #44 | The Spiritual Land Where Kalyug Cannot Enter | ⁨@NAIMISHDARSHANAM⁩ | The PVT Show Podcast | Adhik Maas Special What if there still exists a sacred place on Earth where the influence of Kalyug cannot enter? Why did 88,000 Rishis choose one land to preserve spiritual wisdom for future generations? And what ancient truths about karma, destiny, life after death, astrology, and Sanatan Dh...

🎙️ Episode #43 | Krishna Consciousness Changes Lives | @GaurangaDarshanDas | The PVT Show Podcast | Adhik Maas Special In this sacred period of Adhik Maas — a time in Hindu tradition dedicated to reflection, spiritual growth, and inner transformation — this conversation feels more meaningful than ever. How can Krishna consciousness transform a person’s life? Why are so many people searching for pe...

🎙️ Episode #43 Why does this generation feel mentally exhausted… even without doing much? | Gauranga Darshan Das | The PVT Show with Poonam Vijay Thakkar Why can’t we focus anymore? Why does overthinking feel impossible to escape? And why, despite endless comfort and convenience, do so many people still feel restless inside? In this powerful Adhik Maas special episode of The PVT Show Podcast, Poon...

Most people are not running away from the world… they are running away from themselves. In this deeply emotional conversation, we talk about suppressed emotions, self-hate, regret, loneliness, healing, and the painful habit of replaying past mistakes in our minds. The discussion explores why we easily show kindness to strangers but struggle to forgive ourselves for our own failures, heartbreaks, a...

🎙️ Episode #42 | The Art of Being Alone | Renuka Gavrani | The PVT Show Podcast Why do we feel lonely even when surrounded by people? In this powerful conversation, Poonam Vijay Thakkar sits down with Renuka Gavrani, author of The Art of Being Alone, to explore loneliness, solitude, emotional independence, self-worth, overthinking, social media, validation, and self-discovery in the modern world....

What if your home is not just a space… but a living energy? In this deeply insightful episode of The PVT Show Podcast , Yash Birla shares a powerful perspective on why “ghar ek mandir hai” — a home is a temple shaped by beliefs, discipline, and generational values. From the idea that vibrations stay within walls to stories of a home that witnessed conversations around India’s freedom movement, thi...

 🎙️ Episode #41 | What Do Rich People Ask God? | The PVT Show Podcast What do people ask God when they have nothing… is obvious. But what do they ask when they already have everything? Money. Success. Status. And still… something feels incomplete. In this deeply powerful conversation, Poonam Vijay Thakkar sits down with Yash Birla — industrialist, spiritual seeker, and a man who has lived through...

Had a stressful week full of bad food, no workouts, and poor sleep? You’re not alone — and more importantly, you’re not stuck. In this powerful podcast clip, we break down why one bad week doesn’t define your health journey. The real shift happens when you stop spiraling after small mistakes and start making better decisions in the moment. From the importance of mindset to the game-changing impact...

In this eye-opening conversation, we break down one of the most debated topics in modern nutrition — Diet Coke and aspartame. Is it really harmful, or is the fear overblown? We explore the science behind artificial sweeteners, including how aspartame is studied, what major research says, and why there’s so much confusion in the nutrition world. From calorie comparisons to understanding how dosage...

Most people believe they’re eating less and working out enough… but the data tells a completely different story. In this eye-opening episode, we break down a powerful insight backed by research from Mayo Clinic — where people underestimated their calorie intake by nearly 50% and overestimated their workouts just as much. So what’s really going wrong? This conversation dives deep into: Why your per...

Stress is often seen as a normal part of modern life—but what if the way we experience stress today is completely mismatched with how our bodies were designed? In this insightful clip, we explore the evolutionary roots of stress and why it once helped humans survive life-threatening situations, like escaping predators. Back then, stress was short-lived, physical, and necessary. Today, however, str...

Is palm oil really the problem—or are we blaming the wrong thing? In this clip, we break down a powerful insight backed by research from Kevin Hall on ultra-processed foods and eating behavior. You’ll discover why junk food isn’t dangerous just because of ingredients like palm oil, but because it makes you overeat without realizing it. Even when calories are the same, real life isn’t “controlled”—...

In this clip, Prashant Desai shares a powerful yet often overlooked step toward better health — understanding your family medical history. From conditions like diabetes and hypertension to heart-related risks, many lifestyle diseases follow patterns within families. By identifying these early, you can take proactive steps to prevent future complications. This conversation simplifies the importance...

Episode #40 | Health. Discipline. Longevity. | The PVT Show with Poonam Vijay Thakkar What if your biggest risk isn’t market volatility… but metabolic collapse? What if success is silently damaging the very body that sustains it? In this deeply practical and eye-opening conversation, we sit down with Prashant Desai a trusted voice in health, metabolism, and long-term fitness known for simplifying...

Episode #39 | Fame. Power. Perception. | The PVT Show with Poonam Vijay Thakkar What is Bollywood really like behind the glamour? Do celebrities control their image or do PR machines shape what the world sees? Why do some stars rise to iconic fame while others disappear despite talent? In this powerful Women’s Day special of The PVT Show, we sit down with one of the most experienced voices in cele...