Curious Vedanth

Send us Fan Mail Season 5 Episode 3: In this episode, I interview Dr Kate Hartcher, Sr. Animal Scientist at Global Food Partners (GFP). We talk about how GFP helps egg producers transition to cage-free egg production. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To listen at leisure...

Send us Fan Mail Season 5 Episode 2: In this episode, I interview Dr Galyna Kogut, who is the President of the Ukrainian Club, Singapore. We talk about the war in Ukraine, the history of the conflict and what we can do to help bring peace. Fun fact: Did you know that Ukraine has 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites ? Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.co...

Send us Fan Mail Season 5 Episode 1: I start the new season by interviewing Yuan Oeij, the Chairperson of the Privé Group. We talk about his journey from being a Chartered Accountant to founding and running the Privé group in Singapore, his experience incorporating plant-based food into the menu at Privé and other restaurants. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https:...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 24: In this season finale episode, I interview Haven, the co-founder of Fish Welfare Initiative. We talk about fish feeling pain, things that are wrong with modern aquaculture and how we can  help improve their lives.  Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curio...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 23: In this episode, I interview Anuradha Sawhney, the former Chief Functionary of PETA India, who currently runs Bombay Cheese Company and Meethi Kahani, which makes vegan cheese and vegan Indian desserts. We talk about her journey from working at a leather buying company to running these businesses, and her experiences at PETA India. Follow my Facebook page to g...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 22: In this episode, I interview Corrina Vali, the Director of Growth at Fortify Health. Fortify Health is an iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 fortification initiative, funded by a GiveWell Incubation Grant. To know more about Fortify Health visit  https://www.fortifyhealth.global . Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.faceb...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 21: In this episode, I interview Rahul Singh, a banker turned author. He has authored An Atheist gets the Gita, Engineering to Ikigai and You Know the Glory, Not the Story. We talk about how to find your Ikigai and what children can learn from the Gita. All the books authored by Rahul are available on Amazon.   Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcomin...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 20: In this episode, I interview Shashank Suryanarayanan, a software professional. We talk about how software applications are developed and our common love for board games.   Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To listen at leisure on your...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 19: In this episode, I interview Dr. Ashok Menon, a General Surgeon. We talk about the history of surgery and his experience growing up as the child of an Airforce officer. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To listen at leisure on your pho...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 18: In this episode, I interview Achala, co-founder of Let's Live Together, an organisation that helps find homes for homeless dogs in Bangalore, India. We talk about why there are streets dogs, and why people should adopt dogs and not buy them. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 17: In this episode, I interview Roshna Bala Keen, a civil rights attorney. We talk about why civil rights are important and how to protect rights.  Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To listen at leisure on your phone and get notified abou...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 16: In this episode, I interview Vandhana Bala, who is the General Counsel for Global Food Partners. We talk about how she came about being an animal lawyer, the role of Impact Alliance, her camping experiences, and a lot more, in a super fun chat! Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen t...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 15: In this episode, I interview Dr. Amulya who is a paediatric cardiologist. We talk about how paediatric cardiologist diagnoses heart issues in children and how one can maintain a healthy heart. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To liste...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 14: In this episode, I interview Dr. K. Ratna who is the secretary and founding member of Dr. K. V. Rao Scientific Society. We talk about the importance of science and how to promote science amongst students and support young scientists. You can learn more about Dr. K. V. Rao Scientific Society here .  Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episode...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 13: In this episode, I interview Prerna Kirthi, a fashion designer. She teaches merchandising, fashion marketing, textiles and history of art and fashion. We talk about why fashion changes and how we can choose sustainable fashion. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episode...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 12: In this episode, I interview Fiona Conlon, The Co-Founder of Suvita an organization that works towards a world in which every child has access to their basic vaccinations. We talk about the advantages of vaccinations and how Suvita implements two rigorously tested solutions that have been found to increase the uptake of vaccinations in India. To know more abou...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 11: In this episode, I interview Dr. S. Kumar, the Chancellor of Sri Devraj Urs Academy of Higher Education & Research. He is also a trustee of an organisation called Spandana. We talk about how fascinating the human body is, and about how we can help differently-abled children. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.faceb...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 10: In this episode, I interview Amol Gurwara - Country Manager -India, Kindle - Amazon. We talk about how e-books came about, how an author can, in a single click of a button, publish a book on Amazon, and about what Amazon is doing in the education space in India. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousve...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 9: In this episode, I interview Nikunj Sharma, the CEO of Mercy For Animals India Foundation. We talk about MFA's work in India and the secret behind the absolutely delicious Maggi that he makes! With Diwali & Christmas around the corner, the best gift you can give is a donation to Mercy For Animal India Foundation. Follow my Facebook page to get updates...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 8: In this episode, I interview Jayashree Ayyengar, my paternal grandmother. She is an award-winning teacher, a poet and an author. We talk about her journey as a teacher teaching Hindi to non-Hindi speaking students, and her inspiration to complete her PhD post retirement. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/c...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 7: In this episode, I interview Rupa Kumar, a counsellor. Covid has been hard on all of us - we talk about how to cope with sadness that arises from being away from family and friends for long periods of time. If you are looking for mental support in dealing with hard times, you can email her on rupalathakumar@gmail.com Follow my Facebook page to get updates on th...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 6: In this episode, I interview Dr. M. Ramani, a Professor of Pathology and Academic Dean of Mallareddy Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad. She was also the Principal of Osmania Medical College and the Director of Medical Education, Telangana. We talk about the medical infrastructure in India, and the improvements it needs. She also shares first aid tips to...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 Episode 5: In this episode, I interview Brinda Jayaram. She is a history buff like me, and also loves books and travel. We talk about the Vijayanagara Empire, World War 2, and other interesting things about History. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.c...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 - Episode 4: In this episode, I interview Vaidehi Agarwalla, who is an Effective Altruism community builder. We talk about Effective Environmentalism, and about how one is never too young to do good. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to earlier episodes visit curiousvedanth.com To listen at...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 - Episode 3: In this episode, I interview Jayashri Ramagopal, my maternal grandmother. We talk about her life's experiences from working in sales, to travelling, and finally to starting an art studio called Arterix. Here find Arterix on Facebook. Follow my Facebook page to get updates on the upcoming episodes. https://www.facebook.com/curiousvedanth/ To listen to ear...