Work in Progress with Sim & Ko

In this episode, we sit down with Nike Running Coach and Sport Nutritionist Mishti Khatri to unpack her transformative journey through fitness, coaching, and her mission to empower women through movement. Alongside her coaching career, Mishti is a dedicated researcher currently pursuing a Ph. D. in Sport and Exercise Nutrition. She holds an MSc in the same field and is certified by both the Americ...

In a world obsessed with self-discovery and self-optimization, personality has become a billion-dollar obsession. From dating apps to hiring decisions, courtroom strategies to TikTok therapy-speak, we’re constantly trying to decode ourselves—and each other. But how well do we really understand what makes us us ? This week, we sit down with Dr. Sanna Balsari Palsule—psychologist, behavioral scienti...

Indian specialty coffee is at a turning point—gaining global recognition, yet deeply rooted in tradition. In this episode, we sit down with Pranoy Thipaiah , fifth-generation steward of Kerehaklu Estate , to explore how coffee, climate, and culture are evolving in India’s Western Ghats. At his 250-acre estate , coffee plants grow under ancient fig trees, local microbes fuel experimental fermentati...

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Tulsi Mehrotra Menon, a Cultural and Digital Anthropologist, to unravel the intricate relationships between work, identity, and technology in today's ever-evolving world. Born and raised in Bangalore, Tulsi brings a unique anthropological lens to the corporate sphere, helping brands move beyond surface-level strategies to truly understand the hum...

The way we produce and consume protein is changing. With the global demand for meat at an all-time high and set to double by 2050, the need for sustainable alternatives has never been more urgent. Alternative proteins—whether plant-based, cultivated, or fermentation-derived—offer a way to feed more people with fewer resources, reduce environmental impact, and build a more resilient food system. In...

For episode 9, we had the pleasure of speaking with Neha Vyaso and Kanak Garg – Founders of Brave Spaces • Intimacy Coordinators • Actors • Creators. Titled 'Building Boundaries & Breaking Barriers' - this is one of our most powerful, heartfelt and intense episodes. We uncover a wide range of topics, as highlighted below: What is the story behind brave spaces? What does an intimacy coordinate...

Mikhil Innani is the Managing Director at Apollo Finvest, a public listed internet first transactional NBFC. He has 8+ years experience of building products from scratch to an unprecedented scale of 100+ million monthly active users. He is currently building the "AWS for Lending" platform which helps fintech's start lending in a matter of hours Prior to Apollo Finvest, Mikhil headed consumer produ...

Vaginismus! STI's! Puberty! PCOS! and all things Sexual, Menstrual and Mental Health! In this episode, we speak with Achitha Jacob, the founder of Proactive for Her . A health-tech startup that's revolutionising women’s healthcare and creating a safe space for care without judgement. Episode Structure: Introducing 'Proactive For Her' Achithas’ personal journey–her background, experiences, reason a...

“Accessibility should be a habit, not a virtue. And more importantly, we need to move from a space of sympathy to a space of empathy.” - Siddhant Shah In this episode of Work in Progress, we speak with Siddhant Shah, an Indian Heritage Architect who specializes in designing spaces that are inclusive. Siddhant is a Stavros Niarchos Scholar and completed his Master's in Heritage Management in Greece...

“Dancing just created a space for me where I could do what I want and feel what.” Our conversation with Devika explores the profound influence dance has had in her life.  From dancing to connect to herself, to dancing to lead others and create intimate spaces of trust. From dancing to shape and express parts of her identity to dancing to heal and fulfil––she takes us through the entire experi...

In this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Ms. Renuka Kirpalani, a trailblazer in the automotive industry. She’s currently the Consulting Editor for AutoCar India.  We begin the conversation by discussing her passion for automobiles––which stems from her upbringing where her father introduced her to the world of car building, racing, and restoration.  She shares with us the...

Nearly two decades ago, Facebook exploded on college campuses as a site for students to stay in touch. Then came Twitter, where people posted about what they had for breakfast, and Instagram, where friends shared photos to keep up with one another. Today, Instagram and Facebook feeds are full of ads and sponsored posts. They are stuffed with videos from influencers promoting dish soaps and dating...

Trust in the news media has been declining steadily ever since the 1970s. The market forces that drive the news is not news. The industry has changed since the internet and social media have matured and become integral to modern life. Whether a story appears in print, on television, or on the Internet depends on who is interested, its value to advertisers, the costs of assembling the details, and...

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” In our first episode we delve into the remarkable journey of Pratap Raju, an entrepreneur who’s been a pioneer in the climate and clean tech space since 2019.  From Wall Street to the streets of Bombay, his story is marked by pivotal moments of exploration and adaptation fueled by an undying passion to build a better world.  What we d...

3..2..1, here we go! What started as an urge of sense-making given the chaos around us, eventually turned into conversations with (mostly) strangers that have had real impact. This adventure has been a string of little moments with big impact. Here's a little teaser of what you can expect and discover the journey of being a work in progress.