Say Again?! With Amrita Tripathi

What does it mean to build with purpose? And what are the battles no one hears about? In this compelling episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi chats with entrepreneur Shreyasi Singh — founding managing director of Jetri and founder, Harappa. From her early career in journalism to building transformative learning platforms, Shreyasi shares her journey of reinvention, navigating the challenges...

It's not like Maggi Noodles: That's the quotable quote when asked about the value of Music and Culture. So it's not about instant gratification so much as something more lasting. Music can elevate or devastate, bring us to the highest high and even take us inward on a soulful journey. Is it something that you still value in this Age of AI? On this week's episode of the #sayagainpodcast host Amrita...

Therapy bots are complete snake oil.  Dr. Soumitra Pathare — psychiatrist and Director of the Centre for Mental Health Law and Policy — doesn’t hold back in this thought-provoking episode of  Say Again  with Amrita Tripathi. He warns that most of these bots haven't undergone safety trials and aren’t backed by evidence, raising some serious questions. And by the way, you might prefer to go for coff...

Find your Why: In this solo episode of  Say Again , host  Amrita Tripathi  pulls back the curtain on the writing process — from finding your voice to navigating fiction vs. non-fiction. A published author, she has just the behind the scenes tips and insight that you might need, as an aspiring writer. Whether you're staring at a blank page or halfway through your manuscript, this episode is your si...

What if your voice was your superpower? In this powerful episode of  Say Again , Amrita Tripathi speaks with celebrated voice artist and trainer  Monaz Ranina , who brings over 30 years of experience in unlocking the true potential of the human voice. From corporate boardrooms to pageant stages and audiobook studios, Monaz shares how mastering your voice goes beyond technique—it's about  empathy,...

India sees 460 deaths daily on our roads, so road safety could not be a more critical issue. In this episode of the Say Again podcast, Amrita Tripathi speaks with Piyush Tewari, the Founder & CEO of the SaveLIFE Foundation, which has been working relentlessly to save millions of lives. He shares not just the personal tragedy that motivated him to tackle this issue, but also the impact, including 9...

Are you worried about the geo-politics and macro-economic state of the world? On this week's episode of #SayAgain, Amrita Tripathi speaks to CEO Abhishek Kumar, a leader who's worked across Media, Mass Media and VCs to get the low-down on areas of concern, and where to double down. He shares his tips for startups, including how to tune out all the noise and focus on consumers. Kumar also shares in...

We Each Have Mental Health. In this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi discusses the critical topic of mental health in India, reflecting on her experiences from working on The Health Collective, and recapping key take-aways from two Women's Day panels. We start with the key stats and how each of us has mental health. She emphasises the need for awareness, understanding unique challenges f...

On this episode of Say Again, Amrita Tripathi speaks with Vaishnavi J, founder of VYS, about the critical issues surrounding trust and safety in the tech industry, particularly focusing on child safety and the evolving regulatory landscape. Vaishnavi has a storied track record working across trust and safety in Google, Twitter, Meta and now with her own firm. They discuss the importance of respons...

AI, Geo-Politics and the Public Interest: Say Again? On this episode of Say Again, Amrita Tripathi engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Astha Kapoor, co-founder of the Aapti Institute. We discuss key takeaways from the recent AI Summit in Paris, emphasising the urgent need for public interest in AI development. What is the leadership role India can play at this stage? Kapoor highlights...

On this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi engages with Rishi Jaitly, a prominent Tech leader who has worked with Google, Twitter, and advised OpenAI. Jaitly speaks about connecting the dots, and connecting Big Tech with emerging markets, as well as the importance of humanities in tech leadership, and the current landscape of AI and why we need to re-frame this instead of an 'arms race'. T...

On this episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi speaks to Dr Tanvi Madan, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, discussing the current political climate in Washington, the implications of immigration policies on US-India relations, and the evolving role of technology and figures like Elon Musk in government. They explore the mood within the Indian American community, the challenges of r...

As we wrap up our debut season of #SayAgain, we've curated some of our favorite excerpts from our most popular episodes.  Join us as we revisit candid conversations with our brilliant guests – Shereen Bhan, Maria Goretti, Rajeev Masand, and Vikas Swarup. From Vikas discussing the surreal experience of winning an Oscar for Slumdog Millionaire to Shereen's reflections on the impact of social media a...

On this episode of #SayAgain, HarperCollins India CEO Ananth Padmanabhan tells host Amrita Tripathi that he’s not interested in titles or designations, except for the ones that really matter, like dog lover, bibliophile and photographer. He talks about the USD 12 Billion publishing industry in India, some top tips for writers, and how his love of books sparked off his incredible career trajectory...

Arati Kumar-Rao, an acclaimed environmental photographer, writer, and National Geographic explorer dives deep into the impact of being on BBC's Top 100 Women. Tune in to this clip as we unpack the importance of storytelling in raising awareness about pressing environmental issues, and the power of wonder and curiosity to drive preservation and restoration efforts. Listen to/watch the full episode...

In this heartfelt episode of Say Again , host and author Amrita Tripathi invites listeners into the world of her latest novel, The Other Sister . More than just a book, it’s a deep dive into themes of social isolation, the quest for authentic connection, and the love that binds us through loss. Amrita shares an exclusive reading, candidly talks about the writing process mistakes and all—and reflec...

What makes an exceptional leader in today's tech-driven world? In this Say Again Clip,  journalist and Managing Editor of CNBC-TV18 Shereen Bhan unpacks why leadership isn't about command and control but collaboration and shared responsibility… and why strength lies in gentleness Listen to the full episode here

In this compelling episode of Say Again , host Amrita Tripathi sits down with Suhasini Haidar, Diplomatic Editor of The Hindu , to dissect the global state of affairs and India’s own positioning, as well as why journalism remains so critical.  Haidar breaks down why international relations seem to be more volatile than ever—and what this means for journalism today. Drawing on three decades of prof...

“I’m not arrogant, I’m honest,” Chef Manu Chandra says in this powerful episode of #SayAgain with Amrita Tripathi. He doesn’t pull his punches in this conversation, either, saying he refuses to read Zomato reviews, decrying the headless chicken approach many are taking when it comes to ‘food influencers’ or negative reviews. He takes us through how he wants to inculcate and invest in talent, and h...

“For every success there have been about 40 or 50 failures,” acclaimed writer and director Samit Basu shares with Say Again host Amrita Tripathi, in an engaging and freewheeling conversation. They explore his journey through creative risk-taking, rethinking traditional ideas of success, and learning from failures. Samit shares how he balances empathy with professional growth, mentors upcoming writ...

In this episode of Say Again , host Amrita Tripathi dives deep into two crucial topics: Mental Health and Writing. As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, Amrita shares why it's important for all of us to pay more attention to our well-being. She shares some helpful insight and lessons learned, including on how we all have mental health and can learn to protect and promote it. Whether you're str...

In this heartfelt episode of Say Again , Amrita Tripathi speaks with the multi-talented Mallika Dua for an honest conversation about success, imposter syndrome, and navigating life’s most challenging moments.  Mallika opens up about the pivotal moment she realised she had "made it" and how she continues to battle industry stereotypes.  She also talks about her worst fear coming true–losing her par...

In this powerful episode of #SayAgain, Amrita Tripathi speaks with Keshav Suri, Executive Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group. Witty, candid and self-aware, Keshav takes us on a deeply personal journey—from checking his privilege as a self-described ‘nepo baby’ to using that privilege to drive meaningful change for the LGBTQIA+ community in India.   Keshav opens up about the loss of his b...

On this week’s episode of Say Again, host Amrita Tripathi reflects on some key take-aways and insights from three inspiring guests of the podcast – Shereen Bhan, Maria Goretti, and Nikhil Taneja. She delves into the importance of the human side of leadership – from kindness to empathy, and also the radical power of self-acceptance, at all life stages.  This episode is a shorter, solo episode with...

Imagine working on not just one, but two ecosystem-changing initiatives, and being a hugely successful entrepreneur at that. On today’s episode of Say Again with Amrita Tripathi, I speak to Neha Kirpal, social entrepreneur, co-founder Amaha, and member of the founding cohort of The India Mental Health Alliance.  She first shot into the spotlight for setting up and running the India Art Fair, befor...