Samir Chaudry is the co-founder and co-host of Colin and Samir - one of the most influential shows in the creator economy, watched by millions of creators learning how to grow, evolve, and last online.

This conversation marks the 50th episode of the Decoding Wisdom podcast - and there was no better guest to explore what it truly takes to build something that lasts.

In this episode, Samir breaks down why most creators don’t fail because of talent or discipline - they fail because they build an identity that can’t survive change.

We discuss what it really means to stay consistent when nobody’s watching, when numbers stop motivating you, and when the internet demands a version of you that isn’t sustainable.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why persistence only works if you genuinely love the process
• The dangerous trap of chasing views instead of purpose
• Samir’s concept of Relative Zero - and why success can start to feel like failure
• Why identity comes in seasons (and why resisting change leads to burnout)
• The difference between authenticity and sustainability
• How creators redefine “failure” as they grow
• Why building a small team protects creativity
• The difference between being a creator and running a media company
• How Samir would start a podcast from scratch in 2026
• Why short-form content is the fastest way to find your voice

Samir also shares why creators who scale too fast often burn out - and how longevity is often a result of restraint, not speed.

If you’re a creator, podcaster, or entrepreneur struggling to stay consistent when progress feels invisible - this episode will fundamentally change how you think about growth, identity, and success.

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I filmed this episode from a hotel patio in New Delhi - and that alone felt strange to say.

I hadn’t really been in India like this for almost six years. In that time, I moved countries, built a career, left a stable job, and quietly questioned who I was more times than I can count.

On this trip, someone casually called me a “white Indian.”
They didn’t mean it harshly -but it hit me harder than I expected.

In the West, I’m Indian.
In India, I’m foreign.

And somewhere along the way, I realised I’d been living between identities, constantly adapting, softening parts of myself, and editing who I was just to fit in.

This episode isn’t about answers - it’s about realisations.

We talk about:

• What it feels like to be a “foreign Indian” in your own country

• Code-switching, accents, and editing yourself to belong

• Why living between cultures isn’t a weakness - it’s perspective

• A Māori concept about roots that finally made sense to me in India

• Seeing your parents’ past not as pressure, but as a launchpad

• Why family is the hardest - and most important - relationship

• And the realisation that you don’t find identity… you decide it

  
  

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Twitter: ⁠@sachin_jha23⁠

Email: ⁠sachin@decodingwisdom.com

*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of Decoding Wisdom, I sit down for a casual, unscripted reflection on what this past year has been - filmed while covering F1 testing and moving through a season of change.

I talk about what taking a leap of faith taught me about myself, the unexpected lessons that came from starting something new, and how opening up space in my life led me to meet people with rare intellect, curiosity, and perspective.

I also share my gratitude for the people who’ve been part of this journey - from those who believed early, to those who challenged me in ways I didn’t expect.

Finally, I reflect on what I’m carrying forward into 2026 - not as a rigid plan, but as a clearer sense of direction, intention, and trust in the process.

This episode isn’t about quitting anything - it’s about choosing alignment, staying in motion, and learning as you go.

Get in touch in the comments below or head to...

Instagram: ⁠@sachthepodcaster

Twitter: ⁠@sachin_jha23⁠

Email: ⁠sachin@decodingwisdom.com

*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.