New Indian Woman

A volunteering opportunity that does not require any skillset, but just your intention to participate and give. Is that possible ? Listen to this wonderful opportunity from Dr Shambavi Rajagopal of Save Scrap and Sew. No, you don’t need to know sewing to participate in this! Plus, you will be impacting people's lives and even contributing to the environment. You could do it for just a couple of ho...

Ever wondered how to engage differently and make your skills available  to a larger group of people ? And that too without any expectations in return ? Welcome to this episode on volunteering - we start with what we mean by this word and why YOU should consider volunteering. Is this something to be examined later when you are less busy ? Or is it just enough to give money for charity ? And then, o...

Experience this very special episode with Usha Mukunda, who is a mentor for librarians across India. Listen to her talk about a few books she has specially curated for this episode and why she recommends these books. Each of these books can be read as an adult or with the children in your life. Is that possible ? Yes, and she tells you why.   She introduces us to some very special authors and wher...

If you were an avid reader at some point of time in your life and your life has become very busy, I bet you are wanting to read more. And more often than not, you may have tried out a few tips here and there. Still nothing worked ? Looking at practical ways to make reading a part of your life again ? Yes, this is the episode you should listen to. We discuss practical and simple steps you can try r...

From doing, nee, acing her library course despite enrolling at 40+, Usha Mukunda went on to set up an open library. She talks about how children led her path in setting up this open library and later on when she co-founded the school Centre  for Learning. And, at 60, she decided to explore a much bigger role. She talks about what led her to participate in designing the librarian course and influen...

Yes, it is one year of New Indian Woman podcast. 🎉🎉A big thanks to all of you for your support by listening, giving feedback and sharing with your friends and relatives. This episode lets you into some tips on how best to listen to podcasts and the simple steps you need to do for the same. We do reflect on the episodes of last year, go behind the scenes a little and  there is the single biggest...

How often do you meet someone who has reinvented herself every 20 years or so ? Currently, she is famous in the world of librarians across India, but that is just one part of her. This is definitely a special episode of New Indian Woman - for we are chatting with someone from a different generation, who sets a very good example and gives us the opportunity to learn so much from her life, thoughts...

When you hear experts in any area talk - you listen, mainly to know more. While the topic may be interesting and you get a lot of information, very rarely do they articulate what you can do in your own life. But I promise - this chat with Harini Nagendra, is something you will find extremely valuable.  She is a professor who is also a well-known  researcher , public speaker, columnist and  author...

Another month silently rolling across and we are in the middle of the year already! What does it mean to you ? This very special year, when any plan anyone has made around the world has been made completely redundant..what does reaching the half yearly mark really mean ? Well, it has affected everyone. And we really do not know what is in store for us. Yes, this is true generally, but more so this...

  In the previous 2 episodes we tried to understand more about Child Sexual Abuse and how to prevent it. In this episode, we get into practical steps of what you, as a mother, should do to detect if it has happened for your child. Then there are practical steps on what next - how you should or should not respond, the importance of taking professional help and how it helps the child and everyone ar...

Description Caution: Listener discretion advised considering the topic. In the previous episode we tried to understand more about Child Sexual Abuse. In this episode, we get into more practical steps of what you, as a mother, should do to reduce the probability of sexual abuse, especially at home. Plus, Kalpana gives us tips on the most powerful way of equipping our children. Listen to  the conver...

Caution: Listener discretion advised considering the topic. We keep hearing about reports of Child Sexual Abuse and worry about our children. Or, we ourselves have memories we would like to hide further. Isnt it time we understood more about this ? Do we realize that what we know already about child abuse and child sexual abuse is likely to be not based on facts? Yes, our sons and daughters don’t...

Aren't you interesting in finding out how you could best help your child to get ready to become an adult ? Giving education, inculcating the right values, importance of responsible living, yes, you may be doing all this. Have you forgotten an important component ? Yes, about the day to day living ! Regardless of the role your child is going to perform in future w.r.t career, role in the society, h...

Description If you are not an earning member in your family or your money matters is taken care of by your parent/spouse, this episode is for you. After all, you are equally responsible to ensure financial security for your family. There are very clear actionable steps for you from a financial adviser in simple steps. What the New Indian Woman podcast is about As you may already be aware, this pod...

Description We examine why it is important for women to know basics of finance and not run away from it. How to go about the basics ? No, this is not a class that teaches finance fundamentals. It focusses on what you need to do for better financial health.  There are very clear actionable steps for you from a financial advisor in simple steps. What the New Indian Woman podcast is about As you may...

Description What do we mean by sustainable menstrual options ? If you are someone who uses disposable sanitary pads or you know someone using this in your family, you definitely need to listen to this episode. We examine a few environment and human friendly options, with particular focus on cloth pads and that too a special type of cloth pad. What the New Indian Woman podcast is about As you may a...

Description We chat with Durga Menon, of lluvia bakery. Is this just a bakery ? No!! Is Durga like any other enterpreneur who set out to do something in her spare time ? Again, no. Come, let us hear Durga's experience - of what inspired her, how her bakery story is very unique, what techniques work for her and why she seems to have more than 24 hours. As you may already be aware, this podcast has...

Have you examined your lifestyle and what you do on a daily basis from a different angle - in terms of how it impacts our environment ? Would you believe if I tell you that you may be doing so many things that are harmful to the environment ? Do we want to actually continue doing this ? Is it possible to create an impact from a small change that you do ? I hope these questions interest you.. As yo...

Description   Yes, 10 episodes already! Thanks for your wonderful support.   Launching this podcast was a goal just last year. Goals are different from resolutions. And goals are key for leading you to a more happy and fulfilled life.   As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the...

Description Chat with Ratnaprabha, founder of BluemadeGreen, a unique concept in upcycling. We discuss how she started this, her learning and challenges, as well as the journey of her dreams over the years. As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the Indian context, on a wide var...

  Chat with Preethi Rajagopalan, working as a Manager in a reputed Indian IT organisation in Blore.  We discuss the various roles she performs across her professional and personal life and especially her passion project.   As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the Indian contex...

What is Meal Planning ? Why to do Meal Planning ? What are the benefits of doing Meal Planning ? And How exactly to plan meals ?  Come, let us examine these  and so much more..  As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the Indian context, on a wide variety of topics - right from i...

  Is cooking about eating alone ? Eating together is a big part of the Indian family routine. Are you giving enough thought about this very powerful activity in our house and what goes into it ? What is the role of Indian woman in this currently and how can she influence this ?  Come, let us examine these questions and many more.. As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, W...

Description :   Chat with Divya Uma,faculty at Azim Premji University, Bengaluru. We discuss the areas of her focus in the University, the role of her mom in her life and how she manages to find time for all her interests. As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the Indian contex...

Chat with Mala Giridhar, a clinical psychologist from Sirsi. Let us find out the practical techniques that worked for her in performing her roles and her very interesting hobbies and bucket list items. As you may already be aware, this podcast has 2 focus areas. One, We examine the challenges faced by today's Indian woman and proposes ACTIONABLE strategies in the Indian context, on a wide variety...