At The BRIM

Send us Fan Mail If you are building a business, law cannot be an afterthought anymore. In this conversation, Goda and I speak about how the role of law is changing for startups and businesses today. From being seen as a firefighting function, lawyers are now becoming strategic partners in growth, structure, scale, and risk. We spoke about what founders need to understand early, how AI is changing...

Send us Fan Mail What if Zoho is not a company, but a way of thinking? I began this conversation thinking I was going to understand Kuppulakshmi Krishnamoorthy. But somewhere along the way, I realised I could not separate Kuppu from Zoho. They had almost become one language. A senior evangelist. The founder of Zoho for Startups. A former Global Head of Zoho Startups. And yet, what came through was...

Send us Fan Mail If you ask me, "Why should I watch this podcast?" then I would say... - He is the Voice of Law - he uses his legal expertise to simplify complex policies for the common man. - He is one of the biggest Political Influencers, bridging the gap between old-school ideologies and the new-age voter. - He is a Real-World impact creator, proving that you don’t need a seat in the...

Send us Fan Mail If success had to be a chapter in a book, this would be one to study. I met Madhu a few months back, and I was quite floored by the way she spoke about her work. The clarity. The resolve. The way she puts business first, while clearly defining how things work. She operates from what she sees - the numbers, the data, the reality in front of her. Not a whim. Not just intuition. Real...

Send us Fan Mail I recently had a chance to sit down with Mr. Cecil Sunder, and it is rare to meet someone who actually inhabits the full weight of their LinkedIn headline. He is a Director at Microsoft and a Global AI Thought Leader, but those roles are really just the engine for his true work as a Business Strategist, Investor, and Champion of Social Impact. Our conversation shifted my perspecti...

Send us Fan Mail How do you reconcile the risk-averse nature of bureaucracy with the "fail fast" spirit of a startup? I sat down with Dr. Paneerselvam, CEO of MeitY Startup Hub, to pull back the curtain on India’s digital backbone. From managing Aadhaar and DigiLocker to scaling the next generation of entrepreneurs, we dive deep into what it takes to build a global innovation powerhouse...

Send us Fan Mail AI may win in speed, but can it ever match the depth of the human heart? In this episode, Spiritual guide Kamlesh D. Patel (Daaji) reminds us that no matter how sharp our expertise, the mind can’t match the speed of artificial intelligence. Within fractions of a second, AI can surprise us - but wisdom isn’t just about speed. 🎙 Full episode on our YouTube - At The BRIM (https://you...

Send us Fan Mail Listening closely. Thinking deeply. Staying true without standing still. Sikkil Gurucharan is one of the most respected voices in Carnatic music today. Growing up in a family where music was part of life, not just performance, he has shaped a journey marked by rigour, range, and thought. He is a recipient of the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeet Natak Akademi. He...

Send us Fan Mail 4 decades. 4 National Awards. An Oscar jury seat. To build a multi-pronged fashion empire, sustain it for over four decades, never lose the charm or enthusiasm, stay hungry for work even after four National Awards, be on the Oscars jury, that’s not normal. You have to be obsessed with your craft. You have to love it unconditionally to keep wanting more. How does Neeta Lulla do it?...

Send us Fan Mail Last episode of Season 2 - - Featuring: MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian, South Chennai What does it really take to choose politics consciously and courageously? How does a leader think, decide, prioritise, and hold space for millions? In this episode, MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian brings a depth of clarity and warmth that shows us the human side of political life. Her articulation, he...

Send us Fan Mail He’s walked the long road from McKinsey boardrooms to Indian living rooms, furnishing not just homes, but a new design language for how modern India lives. Ashish Goel co-founded Urban Ladder and shaped it into a brand that turned furniture into aspiration - hardwood, steel, and soul. He scaled ideas with care and clarity. Today, he calls himself a “climate tech evangelist.” And t...

Send us Fan Mail I walked into the interview with pages of notes. I never opened them. Because with Akshika Poddar, the conversation just flowed from motherhood to business, from textiles to leadership. As a fellow textile enthusiast and a mother of three, I found myself resonating with so much of what she said. She is clear, calm, and completely head-first. Open to ideas, grounded in instinct. An...

Send us Fan Mail This isn’t just about photography. It’s about business, identity, talent, focus, courage, life and building one solid empire that has touched thousands of hearts. A serious, honest conversation with Amrita Samant on putting the work first, missing out, growing, learning, creating, impacting, and so much more. She emulates it, we take it, and implement it in our line of work. 🎙️ Fu...

Send us Fan Mail If you are building something, facing a tough season, or just need clarity, you need to hear this. I started this podcast to share stories that inspire action. This conversation with C.K. Kumaravel is exactly that. He spoke openly about losing his father, how his mother held the family together, the ups and downs with his brother, facing failure, refusing handouts, and rebuilding...

Send us Fan Mail The push button you need for the week! Unshakeably normal for someone who has built so much. Laser-sharp focus, no appetite for distractions. What struck me most, he speaks of anger as energy, not emotion. If you are serious about changing the course of your life, this one is for you. Check out the full Podcast on our YouTube - At The BRIM  https://youtu.be/ikzIDS9jThs?si=0yWMIwS7...

Send us Fan Mail There’s something striking about her presence - sharp, observant, and calm. Her words carry the weight of wisdom and power. There’s a quiet strength in the way she walks into a room and commands respect without demanding it. Bold, composed, and fiercely committed, she gives her 100%, always. That rare versatility, carved through years of fearless service, is what made her Smt. Arc...

Send us Fan Mail There is no single word that can fully describe the impact of my conversation with Mr. Anil Kumar SG, the visionary founder of Samunnati. He is a man who truly lives by what he speaks and has devoted himself to one of our most fundamental needs agriculture. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to sit across from him and explore his journey, values, and vision. This conversatio...

Send us Fan Mail In an age where tradition often finds itself at odds with modernity, Dr. Padma Shri Nalli Kuppuswamy stands as a timeless bridge between the two. A legend of commerce, a custodian of culture, and a man whose life is defined by his unyielding discipline and simplicity, he is the symbol of the best of India’s entrepreneurial and ethical traditions.   For over eight decades, the name...

Send us Fan Mail Raw & unfiltered, the conversion was! Giants like Medimix and AVA Group has solid, well-researched and nurtured ideas of bringing our roots of Ayurvedic into the soap industry, which was trusted by millions globally. Greatful to have had this mindful and thoughtful conversation with you, Sir AV Anoop Check out the full video launched in our YouTube channel - Brewing Reflection...

Send us Fan Mail Some people have a rare brilliance - one that isn’t just about intelligence but about the ability to deconstruct, analyze, and truly understand every step of their journey. K. Vaitheeswaran sir is one of those few. When I met him, I was struck by how he dissects every part of his work-what went right, what went wrong, and why. It’s a level of clarity that most of us strive for but...

Send us Fan Mail Kruthika Kumaran, like I keep telling her, is one of the most wholesome individuals - an inspiration in so many ways. She brings home to work through her unique sense, style, and sensitivity to management. Her ability to create things within her reach while meeting the needs of her customers is truly remarkable. In her own words, she is a homemaker at heart, and management was inc...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kiren Antony Kabeer is a real-life inspiration. In a world driven by competition and stress, he consciously chooses a path that prioritizes well-being, self-respect, and clarity. It’s not easy to lead a simple life anymore, but there’s so much wisdom in it, and he embodies that beautifully. Watch our conversation - this one is packed with perspective and life lessons! Thank yo...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever watched 3 Idiots? Remember that extraordinary school Aamir Khan starts? Now imagine it exists in real life - right here in Coimbatore. That’s The Yellow Train School. In this episode of Brewing Reflections, I had the privilege to sit down with Ms. Santhya Vikram, the visionary founder behind this revolutionary institution. This isn’t just a school; it’s a movement, a...

Send us Fan Mail Modesty, simplicity, and humility are timeless qualities that shine even brighter when paired with great achievements. Swarnamugi is a beautiful example of this, fearlessly reflecting these virtues as she shoulders immense responsibilities with so much ease. A titan in the business world it was a true honour to have had this conversation with Swarnamugi Ragupathy. The founder and...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever watched 3 Idiots? Remember that extraordinary school Aamir Khan starts? Now imagine it exists in real life—right here in Coimbatore. That’s The Yellow Train School. In this episode of Brewing Reflections, I had the privilege to sit down with Ms. Santhya Vikram, the visionary founder behind this revolutionary institution. This isn’t just a school; it’s a movement, a p...