The Expressions Podcast

Sanaya Mehta Vyas is a fitness addict, helms the women's rugby scene in India, manages a growing business and still ensures time and energy for her family. On the Expressions Podcast with Neha, hear Sanaya's remarkable story on the challenges of leading male-dominated sports governing bodies, how she juggles boardroom and family, and her resilience that helps stay positive even in the face of adve...

When investment banker Shweta Sastri took over the reins at Canadian International School nearly two decades ago, her vision went beyond the business of education. She made it the first iPad school, introduced a new curriculum and initiated renewable energy resources on campus. On the Expressions Podcast with Neha, the talented Shweta Sastri talks about her initial struggles to secure a footing in...

From rigorous training and competing in the Olympics to retiring at the peak of her swimming career,  Nisha Millet talks about how she embraced change. Nisha, who's among the youngest Arjuna Awardees, tells her story of resilience and how she wants to give back to the sport through her swimming academy. This week on The Expressions Podcast with Neha.

Abhishek Poddar is one of those handful of Indians who not only built a substantial, variegated art collection of his own, but also made a part of the collection and other artworks accessible to the people. His interest in art started in childhood as he grew up in a house full of Raj era and modern paintings. As a student in Doon School, he published the school's first art magazine. Then, after ye...

Meera V Barath is a storyteller, mompreneur, trainer, mentor and podcaster. She explores the many facets of storytelling from life experiences and characters in the Mahabharata to coping with failure, accepting change with grace and manifesting happiness. On The Expressions Podcast with Neha, the multi-talented Meera takes us through her journey of why she quit a corporate job after childbirth, ho...

From working with the ITC Hotels to heading a kitchen that uses mostly farm produce, the versatile Chef Mythrayie Iyer can even dish up something with ants or use mango flowers for a delectable menu. Hear Mythrayie's story on the Expressions Podcast with Neha, where she talks about why creativity and innovation are key to good food, how her travels have helped blend flavours from different culture...

Styling for her is an art that transforms beauty into feeling confident and empowered. Luxury make-up artiste Gouri Kapur has styled some of the biggest celebrities in India and made brides bright and beautiful on their big day. On this Expressions Podcast, the talented Gouri Kapur talks about her journey of over two decades in the styling industry, and how make-up need not be merely for appearanc...

She's a dancer, actor, singer and a strong advocate of women's empowerment. Mohiniyattam exponent Vijayalakshmi carries forward a rich legacy of the classical dance form and has taken it globally. On this Expressions Podcast with Neha, the multi-talented Vijayalakshmi talks about breaking the shackles of patriarchy and why femininity, for her, means valour.

Self-taught artist Santosh Mahale on how he blends geography, heritage, culture and avian life to bring an entire city alive on a single canvas. On The Expressions Podcast this week with Neha, Santosh shares how his journey of travelling the world as a successful management consultant and how a souvenir of London paved the way to choosing a creative path in painting a picture worth a thousand word...

Three-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej on why he makes the kind of music he loves, his strong advocacy for the environment, mental health and wellness, and his eclectic compositions. On The Expressions Podcast this week with Neha, the award-winning musician also talks about his recent 4th Grammy nomination, collaborations with some of the biggest names in the music world, inspiration from Prime...

Dr Jahnavi Phalkey, the Founding Director of Science Gallery Bengaluru decodes science for the common man. She speaks on her initial doctoral programs in humanities and how she finally found her true calling in science. On the Expressions Podcast with Neha, Dr Phalkey shares her vision to increase public engagement and why research needs more impetus in India.

Design content creator and influencer Ridhi Khosla Jalan speaks on how her passion for design gave her purpose to push boundaries. She shares her fascinating journey of going back to college for a degree while still pregnant, her foray into designing children's furniture and re-doing complete homes. On the Expressions Podcast with Neha, Ridhi talks about why she became a content creator and the re...

Her leadership experience at prestigious institutions and her understanding of the various education systems, Geeta Jayanth, Head of School at Chaman Bhartiya School, talks about how educators and institutions can ready the next generation for leadership roles.  Join us as we learn from Geeta's insights on education, the evolving needs of today’s youth and the importance of creativity in a technol...

In this episode, Namu Kini, co-founder of KYNKYNY Art Gallery in Bengaluru, shares her inspiring journey from corporate finance to the art world. She reflects on how surviving the 9/11 attacks reshaped her perspective, leading to a life filled with creative ventures. Namu also discusses her women-centric talk show, her passion for promoting veganism through curated markets and her personal journey...

From books to banks! Bishnu Dhanuka, co-founder of Millennium Mams, shares his mission to improve quality of life and bring financial independence to women across 22 countries. He reflects on how life lessons shaped his philosophy of success, the values instilled by his father, and his belief that financial independence is essential for true empowerment. Bishnu also discusses how practices like yo...

In this episode, Devesh Agarwal shares his experience and expertise with wines, and offers insights into the art and science of winemaking.  He also reflects on four decades as a technologist and innovator, his passion for aviation and motorcycles, his diverse interests and never-ending curiosity, and how they all come together in 'a life well-lived'.

Madhu Nataraj takes centre stage on this week’s Expressions Podcast with Neha! She talks about her journey with kathak and contemporary Indian dance, and her vision for dance choreography.

In this episode, Sheena talks to Neha about her journey from corporate life to launching The Pilates Studio and BlackBx, her passion for innovative fitness methods, and the importance of listening to your body. She shares insights on overcoming challenges as a non-trainer in the industry and her vision for the future of fitness in Bengaluru!

On this Expressions podcast with Neha, Shoba Narayan describes her literary journey, her passion for documenting Indian weaving traditions, birdwatching adventures, and the true joys of embracing life’s whimsical fascinations!

On this week’s episode of The Expressions podcast with Neha, Raam shares the lethality and healing aspects of the art, and his vision to bring back the true authentic form of this ancient martial art form!

On this episode, Dr. Franklin talks to Neha about how he got into physiotherapy, his approach to treatment, advice for youngsters and the importance of being examples for future generations!

The textile expert talks to Neha about collaborating with craftspeople, and dismisses old assumptions about what textiles and heritage crafts should look, feel, and operate like even as he sets new standards for how the sari will be styled and worn in the future.

Neha chats with Ninjutsu expert, Kiran Kumar, about the spiritual aspects of the art, revelations from his journey thus far, and his training in Ninjutsu!

Neha talks interior design, self-expression through decor, styling with passion, and more, with one of India's most sought-after interior designers Vinita Chaitanya on this episode of The Expressions Podcast

Neha chats with fitness and nutrition guru, and co-founder of The Quad, Raj Ganpath, about his fitness journey, his life project 'The Quad', myths about fitness, nutrition secrets, and so much more in what's an eye-opener conversation on this week’s podcast.