Live & Learn with Shivraj Parshad

Our Tricky Tuesday expert Pallavi Narain is back! She takes on the difference between 'Can and May' and believes its just a question of basic etiquette and manners that separates them. You can do something but do you have the permission? Listen to this educator and critical thinker walk you through how she explains to her students what constitutes basic grammar etiquette. You too can que...

Have you ever received a document with words that mean something else but just placed there? Or worse still long winded archaic sentences? Well, this Monday we invited dual qualified lawyer and advocate for plain English Sanam Singh to talk us through some of the common mistakes she encounters when she trains young lawyers or executives. This is our endeavor to make the start of your week far more...

She's back! Vedica Saxena , Project Director, Tagore International School talks us through the distinction between Few & Some . Listen to this human rights advocate who explores the nuances. Let us know if you agree or not.  YOU too can have your say on any episode . Send in your voice messages on WhatsApp at +91-9625475442 or email; Shivraj@brevis.in . Let’s make our morning listening a...

Me vs. I vs. Myself The debate resurfaces! Our Theatrical Thursday, expert Vivek Mansukhani adds more weight to their correct usage and ends his episode with much aplomb! Listen to this actor, producer, theater director and educator. Tell us if you agree. You too can feature on an episode of Theatrical Thursdays with Vivek. Send in a voice messages on WhatsApp at +91-9625475442 or email; Shivraj@b...

This Tuesday we decided we just had to have Tania Bery back, on popular demand. This articulate college admissions counselor, essay editor and SAT English coach, takes on the commonly confused pronouns: Who vs Whom . Tania digs deep into her kitty and comes up with some tricks to clarify things. What do you think? Listen to this episode and remember, like Tania, you too can feature on a dedicated...

Imagine waking up every morning to really poor grammar, sloppy copy or just terrible enunciation of ideas. If you try to correct them, you could face the risk of being labelled, rude. Not to worry, we have you covered on Good Morning Grammar . In this trailer, meet our daily experts, bringing you bite size doses of tips, tricks and ideas. This season is special , because, you the listeners , have...

“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have” Bob Marley. That’s the story of Preeti Singh – communicator, mentor, writer, social commentator, podcaster and fighter! Almost a year ago, Preeti found herself completely paralysed while on holiday abroad, diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder. This compulsive communicator took to the spoken word, originally to...

It’s no secret that the current pandemic has put a lot of stress on the non-profit sector in India. Over 50% of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are under severe financial stress and struggling to deliver in a time of social distancing. So where does philanthropy or large scale giving, come in? In this critical podcast on the “Changing Role of Philanthropy in India”, Anant Bhagwati, Director...

Have you thought about your 'Learning Health' ; the collective ability of your organisation to perform or out-perform the competition? Nishchae Suri, President, EdCast navigates us through the "Shifting Sands in the Learning Ecosystem" in these very unprecedented and challenging times.   In this expansive interview, which is both crucial for Learning & Development (L&D)...

What makes for a true leader, who isn’t just dousing out flames during a crisis, but leading through it into a new or next normal? Mohinish Sinha, Partner, Deloitte India unveils his very own ‘gold dust’ on resilient leadership; 5 top leadership qualities that are essential or even existential for the success and sustainability of any enterprise now. Listen to this podcast interview on “Leading Th...

If you want to learn new life skills, you are in the right place.  We speak to thought leaders and experts to bring you insights into new frameworks or models to get to the ‘right side’ of history. Brevis founder Shivraj Parshad is a former journalist and public communications coach and believes in helping leaders, organisations and institutions get their ‘stories’ right. Write in: shivraj@brevis....

These are tough times for kids, especially teenagers, who now as young adults are caught between two worlds. They’re playing up, demonstrating mood swings and irritability. So as parents are you being really tested, when your kids are irrational, argumentative and itching for a reaction? Look no further, Counselling Psychologist Arushi Bhatia gives us some basics tools; A Survival Guide for Parent...

Are you binge eating or just stressing out while you #WFH ?  Worried you may not be fit enough to get to the 'other side'?  Don't fret in this podcast interview with J.K. Francis Founder of Rejuvenation Fitness Group, we explore how you can do some simple things; connect with friends, family or even your very own fitness experts via Zoom, WhatsApp or FaceTime, and bring your fitness...

Have you thought about your legacy? Are you planning for the afterlife. It isn't just about what you own, but also what you leave behind for your loved ones. We speak to Sanam Singh , Founder Lawyer, The Will Bank on the key steps to ensuring your last will and testament covers all that you own, bestow and is binding by law. Listen and tell us what you think: shivraj@brevis.in Spotify – https...

In the Brevis 'Living and Learning' episode we speak to front-man, author, LGBT+ activist Sharif Rangnekar on how Music & the Creative Arts can be your greatest outlet during any trying period. In the past few weeks, Sharif composed an performed an original track "See You on the Other Side (Corona)" just as he went about fulfilling household chores. In this freewheeling con...

Listen to our interview with Certified psychologist Parul Khanna Parashar on “Building One’s Mental Resilience and Emotional Strength” at times of Crisis. Tell us what you think Shivraj@brevis.in. Also here’s a list, Parul provided for 6 critical mental health resources: 1. Manas: Tel: +91-8802023901, +91-9811788333 Email: foundation.manas@gmail.com 2. SMHADelhi.org: Crisis Support & Counselli...