Awkward Talks

What if everything you've believed about being human is only part of the story? Have you ever wondered why humans exist? Not how we exist... but why . A simple observation during a family trip led me to a question I could no longer ignore—one that completely changed the way I see nature, animals, and our place in this universe. This isn't a podcast about religion or science. It's about a question...

What if one of the most uncomfortable truths about life is also one of the most liberating? This episode explores a question that has stayed with me for years—about purpose, meaning, legacy, and what truly deserves our attention while we're here. Do listen.. Might trigger something deep!

This episode is about the friendships that quietly shape your life. The ones who stay, the ones who drift, and the loneliness we don’t talk about enough. It’s about growing up, growing apart, and realising how rare it is to have someone who truly knows you. If you’ve ever felt like you had people around you but no one to really turn to… this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. You...

You call it ambition. Responsibility. Being mature. But what if your discipline, your silence, your constant need to get it right have been driven by one quiet fear — losing approval? What if the confidence you show the world is just careful performance? And if the applause stopped tomorrow… would you still be the same? This episode might make you take an uncomfortable look at the voice you’ve bee...

Self-love was meant to heal us. Somewhere along the way, it changed us. This conversation explores a shift most people sense but rarely question. How is the new self-love culture quietly shaping how we handle pain, responsibility, relationships, and ourselves. Do listen If you’ve ever felt that something about modern self-love doesn’t fully sit right,

We spend so much of our lives chasing more... more money, more success, more certainty. We feel that once we reach a certain point, life will finally feel settled. But what if the real question was never how much is enough , but what is enough ? This is a quiet and honest conversation about the things we rarely admit we want and the aspects of our life that feels true to us. This just might change...

What do a street dog, a tired father, and a penguin in -60° have in common? This episode isn’t just about parenting — it’s about the kind of love that doesn’t need words, rewards, or even recognition. It’s about what we inherit, what we carry, and what we forget to question. If you think you know what parenthood means… listen again.

We spend so much of our lives chasing respect from others — only to lose respect for ourselves in the process. This episode dives deep into the paradox of respect. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or not enough, this episode will stir your heart, challenge your beliefs, and remind you of one powerful truth — you don’t need to earn respect, you just need to stop giving it away. Listen in!

What if you’ve been living someone else’s dream? What if your success feels empty? What if your truth has been buried beneath roles, routines, and fear? Are you really living… or just surviving? And if you had the chance—would you start again? This episode will make you ask the questions you’ve been avoiding. And it might just change everything. Listen now. If you’re ready to remember who you are....

You’ve tried loving yourself — but something still feels off. Maybe… it’s because you skipped the most important step. In this gentle, heart-opening episode, discover why self-love fails without self-friendship — and how to rebuild the most important relationship in your life: the one with you. This isn’t self-help. It’s self-connection. Press play. Begin again.

Awkward Talks launches its powerful new segment, " Veteran’s Talk" , where veterans break the silence on topics that matter. In this opening episode, Col Arun Iyer —a decorated Special Forces officer, Author, NLP , TA Practitioner and Life Coach—shares how he turned his inner battle against smoking into a mission. From personal struggle to helping others quit in just 14 days, this story...

40 plus is a time of transition, especially for women. They undergo changes physiologically, mentally, emotionally. Often, society marginalizes them, pushing them to feel neglected, unwanted, disrespected... thinking they have become 'less'. But the opposite is the truth. Women blossom into their powers in their 40s. They know who they are, their values are in place and their focus is stea...

I’m a proud veteran, and this podcast is my tribute to the greatest force in the world — The Indian Armed Forces. I take you on a fact-driven journey through the evolution, strength, and spirit of our military. No emotional stories — just verified history, strategic milestones, and the unshakeable pride that every Indian must feel. If you stand for Bharat, this episode is for you. Jai Hind !!

We keep hearing about live in partners getting murdered. Naturally it's easy to form opinions about "this kind" of relationships especially in India. Have you ever tried to find out the nuances of it? Maybe you are young and you are considering one. Maybe you are a parent of a young adult who may be considering one. We need to get educated about Live in relationships instead of forming blanket opi...

Some conversations are awkward, but they’re the ones we need to have. This episode dives into a topic we usually avoid. Maybe it's time to challenge norms and force us to rethink what we’ve been taught. It’s time to break silence, question the status quo, and reflect on things we often take for granted. In this episode, you might find answers, or you might leave with even more questions, but one t...

Well, I have been told so many times that money cannot buy happiness. Instead of carrying it through my life, I decided to question it. Is it really true that money cannot buy happiness? Listen to the episode and then you tell me :)

It is rightly said... "The road to hell is paved with good intentions". Sharenting is a classic proof of this statements. In our eagerness to share about our kids and their achievements and milestones, we could be putting our children at risk. At times, very grave ones. Are you one of them? Listen and find out more!

Should women be in entertainment industry? Why not! Right? Behind the glitz and glamour, there is also a dark side. This episode draws inspiration from the "Justice Hema Committee Report" that has come out regarding women in malayalam film industry. Listen in to know all about it.

In this episode, we journey through the painful topic of sibling rivalry. We will explore the hidden battles, the lifelong impacts, and the journey toward healing. Let's uncover the roots of our sibling conflicts and find the strength to mend broken bonds.

Join us as we explore how this age-old practice of unfairly blaming individuals manifests in our professional and personal lives. From the new guy at work to the youngest sibling at home, no one is safe from being the fall guy. We discuss the psychological roots of scapegoating, its impacts on mental health and relationships, and provide actionable strategies to prevent and address it. Listen in t...

I am a coach and a good one. I help people process their childhood traumas and other difficult experiences that they may have experienced in their lives. Even I did not realize that I have been through multiple situations of Adult-Onset Trauma in my own life. Most of us have been through this in the past few years but may not even be aware of this. Listen in to know more...

Beta, Shaadi Karlo Such a standard line is it right? Once someone reaches a 'marriageable age', the society and uncles and aunties falls over themselves to get people married. But let us think, does a wedding have to be the ultimate reason for happiness? Drawing from personal experiences and societal influences, we examine the notion of "happily ever after" portrayed in Disney mo...

As a parenting coach, I always tell parents that it's not just enough that you love your children. They should feel the love from you, their parents. However, some parents confuse showing love with making the children happy always. They feel that the child feels loved only when they are happy, and all their challenges are removed by the parents. This is not only unhealthy but can have long ter...

We are the most populated country in the world. Yet, an epidemic of Loneliness is sweeping through India. What and why is this happening? Why are we hearing more and more stories of people slipping into social isolation, leading to adverse effects on mental health? In this podcast I deep dive into this epidemic. The causes, the most affected demographics and most importantly, what we can do about...

This episode was one of the toughest for me to record. I had to stop several times to collect my emotions while recording this because the topic is personal, is emotional and is sensitive. I talk about caring for aging parents and about how the guardians of our lives are now in need of support. And how, one day you suddenly become THE caregiver. I talk about the love, challenges, and quiet sacrifi...