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Aspire & Acquire

Aspire & Acquire

By: Sandeep Suri
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 The Aspire & Acquire Podcast full of incredible stories from some of the best professionals from very diverse fields like Combat Flying, Robotic Surgery, Dancing, Journalism, Deep Sea Diving and more. These accomplished professionals are not just outstanding in their jobs but have unique stories to share with us.2023 Career Success Economics
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  • Innovation by Design: Education, Leadership & Interdisciplinary Thinking

    Innovation by Design: Education, Leadership & Interdisciplinary Thinking
    Feb 12 2026

    Season 3 of Aspire & Acquire opens with a powerful and thought-provoking conversation with Professor Anil Tripathi, Director of IISER Mohali—one of India's most influential voices in shaping the country's scientific and innovation ecosystem.
    In this wide-ranging dialogue, Prof. Tripathi goes beyond laboratories and classrooms to explore how innovation cultures are built, why interdisciplinary learning is no longer optional, and what institutions, leaders, and young professionals must do to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving world.
    This episode is not just for scientists or academicians—it's for leaders, educators, policy thinkers, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who care about how ideas, talent, and systems come together to create long-term impact.

    Prof. Anil Tripathi is the Director of IISER Mohali and a respected thought leader in India's scientific and academic landscape. Known for his emphasis on interdisciplinary research, institutional excellence, and innovation-driven learning, he has played a pivotal role in shaping next-generation scientific talent in India.
    About the Host
    Hosted by Sandeep Suri, Aspire & Acquire features candid conversations with leaders across domains—exploring careers, leadership, decision-making, and the mindsets required to build meaningful, future-ready careers.
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    31 mins
  • Innovation by Design: Education, Leadership & Interdisciplinary Thinking

    Innovation by Design: Education, Leadership & Interdisciplinary Thinking
    Feb 10 2026

    Season 3 of Aspire & Acquire opens with a powerful and thought-provoking conversation with Professor Anil Tripathi, Director of IISER Mohali—one of India's most influential voices in shaping the country's scientific and innovation ecosystem.

    In this wide-ranging dialogue, Prof. Tripathi goes beyond laboratories and classrooms to explore how innovation cultures are built, why interdisciplinary learning is no longer optional, and what institutions, leaders, and young professionals must do to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving world.

    This episode is not just for scientists or academicians—it's for leaders, educators, policy thinkers, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who care about how ideas, talent, and systems come together to create long-term impact.

    Professor Anil Kumar Tripathi is the Director of IISER Mohali and a respected thought leader in India's scientific and academic landscape. Known for his emphasis on interdisciplinary research, institutional excellence, and innovation-driven learning, he has played a pivotal role in shaping next-generation scientific talent in India.

    About the Host

    Hosted by Sandeep Suri, Aspire & Acquire features candid conversations with leaders across domains—exploring careers, leadership, decision-making, and the mindsets required to build meaningful, future-ready careers.
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    31 mins
  • Conversations as Catalysts with Anurag Vaish

    Conversations as Catalysts with Anurag Vaish
    Sep 8 2025
    Conversations as Catalysts-A Growth Journey with Anurag Vaish, a seasoned technology executive, and product leader with experience in building and scaling products, particularly in Artificial Intelligence space. In this episode of Aspire & Acquire, host Sandeep Suri engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Anurag Vaish, entrepreneur and leader, on how conversations can be powerful drivers of personal and professional growth. Anurag shares insights from his journey of building platforms and communities where authentic dialogue, shared experiences, and collective wisdom open doors to learning and empowerment. Together, they explore how the right conversations can bridge gaps, unlock soft skills, inspire confidence, and create meaningful impact across diverse audiences. What you'll Learn in this Episode: •How technology and AI are reshaping how we connect and share knowledge. •The entrepreneurial insights and leadership lessons Anurag gathered along the way. •Why the future of growth lies in conversations that empower and inspire. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will change the way you think about success! ***** If you have enjoyed this Podcast please follow/subscribe, it's free and really helps us to make more quality content like this episode: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Qtqu4v0YhDnYGGNieKzTj?si=518a107db13e4c8a Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/aspire-acquire/id1684447693 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aspireandacquire_ss
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    33 mins
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