Different Strokes

This is a conversation for anyone who’s ever doubted their strength, questioned the next step, or wondered if there’s light at the end of the tunnel. In conversation with Neelam Kumar - author, mother, and a warrior no less;

Today, we dive into the art of psychotherapy and how it can build a foundation of a well lived life . As Anil beautifully puts it, “Psychotherapy is like coconut water—good for the sick and the healthy.” #psychotherapy

In the third Podshort, I speak with Sesha Bansal, who candidly shares her experience facing the motherhood penalty not once, but twice. She opens up about the challenges that led her to switch to independent work.

In the second podshort, I speak with Shalvi who opens up about her experience with motherhood penalty.

I speak to Neha Garg who talks about the bitter truth of going back to work after 6 months of maternity. #MotherhoodPenalty

Motherhood Penalty

Bianca Ghose is a force to reckon with. Unstoppable in her work commitments, she is deeply rooted in family values. Despite navigating poor health and a high-pressure career, she juggles every role in her life with utmost sincerity. Tune in to this brand new episode of Different Strokes to hear her inspiring story of resilience.

Meet Parul Kakkad, a mommy influencer and a mother to 4 beautiful children. She spills the beans on raising a large family, dealing with miscarriage and postpartum.

If you are a parent who wishes to make your child's summer vacation fruitful, then this is for you. A good summer break becomes a lifetime memory. Children cherish and re-live these memories throughout their lives. We can help our children in creating such vacations. Find out n this latest episode of different strokes as we talk about the elements of a well planned summer break, the importance...

In 2021, ANXIETY was named the Oxford Dictionary word of the year. Adolescence can be a challenging phase, marked by significant changes and transitions. It is therefore, crucial to understand the unique mental health needs of young people during this time. In this podcast, we explore the various factors that contribute to adolescent mental health and discuss ways to create a more supportive and i...

This episode of Different Strokes speaks to a single mother who had no other choice but to take it all in her stride and move on.

Life is hard. And unfair. And bloody painful. But what if we focus on what we can change rather than brood over what we cannot control? Easier said than done but, we gotta pick ourselves up and dust ourselves off. Every single time. Just like this brave woman. Tune in!

This story of a young man was incredibly difficult to record, for various reasons. But utterly fulfilling because it has a happy ending. Tune in!

In this episode, I talk to Ishita Roy Chowdhury, a clinical psychologist about processing grief, survivor's guilt and trauma caused due to the elongated pandemic of Covid19.

In this episode of Different Strokes, I talk to Vinita Ramtri who took charge of her happiness and walked out of her marriage. We try and break some stereotypes and celebrate the freedom of making choices in this podcast. 

As a gynaecologist, it's her duty to ensure a new life is brought into this world safely. But Covid has pierced that safety net, putting pregnant women and infants at greater risks. I talk to Dr. Rajashi Tayshete Bhasale, a consulting gynaecologist who talks about her challenges as a frontline covid warrior. 

Not all Superheroes wear capes and jump from tall buildings. Sometimes, they're found in ordinary people doing extraordinary things. And this story shines a light on just a handful of those superheroes who're making this world a better place to live, one meal at a time. 

As a doctor, she couldn't sit on the side and not do anything. She had to soldier on, even if it meant leaving behind her new born. 

I speak to Nupur Paiva, a child psychologist who throws some light on a parallel pandemic that is rearing its ugly head alongside Covid. We're looking at a generation of children growing with fear, grief, helplessness and battered mental health. 

I talk to a radio oncologist who highlights the neglect in other critical patient care because of the pandemic. 

In this Podshot, I speak to Dr. Disha, who is working at the frontline to combat the Covid Crisis. 

The post covid world is going to have some permanent ramifications. What we're enduring collectively and individually could take a long time to heal. We may never forget but we could just learn to live with it. In this episode, I talk to a clinical psychologist about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and how best to cope with it.

In this episode of Different Strokes, we uncover the soul stirring journeys of two sisters who fought illnesses, stigmas, mental and emotional upheaval and yet, have stood stronger together.

In a very interesting conversation with Ramgopal Vallath (RamG Vallath), he talks about his life's journey from ouch to oops; from braving a crippling disease to becoming an accomplished author and TED speaker by chance. Tune in! 

I've known her since college. She was this chatty, vibrant and full of life person. But a near fatal accident just 2 months into her marriage changed her life forever. She didn't look the same. But she defied the conventional standards of beauty and continues to march on with her head held high, raising her two beautiful baby girls. Tune in!