Fundamental human rights of justice, liberty and equality are enshrined in the Indian Constitution for all its citizens. Yet women of the country, across socio-economic divide, continue to experience discrimination and denial in their personal and social contexts. Over last few decades a lot has changed for 'her,' yet lot remains the same. Further, in today's technology-infested globalised world, she is in search for freedom, not 'from something' but 'for something.' In this search, what are her dilemmas & challenges? What are her resources & gifts?

To discuss this subject and more, here is a conversation with Vaishali Patange, a bureaucrat in the Indian Revenue Service (IRS), currently working as the Additional Commissioner of Customs, Central Excise & GST, Pune Zone. A student of literature and a prolific poet, Vaishali deeply reflects on the journey of Indian women across times.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2025

Indian music is said to have originated in ancient times as a confluence of three broad streams - music performed in temples for devotion, music performed in palaces and royal courts for entertainment and music that flowed freely in farms, fields and forests, for its own sake. At its core, it celebrates the Vyakti (individual, the part) and Samashti (collective, the whole) both fuelled by a primal energy manifesting as ‘Naad’ or Sound.

‘VishnuNaad,’ is an attempt to experience this primal energy through a conversation with K S Vishnudev, an acclaimed Carnatic Vocalist and recipient of the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeet Natak Akademi (2022). His performances have taken him across the globe, including the USA, Canada, Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore and the UAE. This podcast conversation meanders through some soulful compositions sung by Vishnu in his melodious voice, where he shares his personal philosophy of music, what it means to him and how it is manifesting through ’Nisarga Art Hub’ that he and his wife Lakshmi V are co-creating amidst the paddy fields of Angamaly, Kerala.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2025

Weddings are a significant indicator of Indian culture. Though centered around the bride and groom, this special event tacitly focuses on sustaining and strengthening the community, ‘jaat-biradari,’ as it is popularly termed in India. And, that’s how it has been for centuries. Add to it the pomp and glamour of - mehndi, haldi, sangeet, baarat, exquisite outfits & jewellery, exotic destinations, DJs, after parties, live streaming & Instagram reels, and you get a modern day Indian Wedding where commerce and entertainment take the center stage. Where, capturing the moment digitally becomes more important than living-the-moment!

To explore this subject and more, here’s a conversation with Ritika Bhagali an architect by qualification, wedding planner by profession, teacher by passion and a mother of a two-legged and a four-legged one. This conversation explores today’s Indian Weddings thru’ the lens of design, relationships, economics, values and ethics.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2025

Welcome to a conversation with Neeta Mittal, an innovative entrepreneur and co-founder of LXV Wine. This conversation takes us on a sensory journey from the vineyards of Paso Robles, California to the spice markets of India, exploring the art of human connection in a fast-paced digital world.

In this thought provoking podcast, Neeta weaves together three interconnected themes - Wisdom of the Vine, Alchemy of Senses & Human Touch in the Age of AI.

Throughout this conversation, Neeta intertwines her personal story - from her roots in India to becoming a trailblazer in the California wine industry, offering listeners a unique perspective on how ancient wisdom, sensory artistry and modern innovation can come together in creating a more connected, vibrant future.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2025

All things are possible for those who believe. This is however easier said than done. Beliefs get tested, some quite severely and some over a long period of time leaving a deep mark on our psyche. How do we hold firm in our beliefs and yet be flexible? How can we shift the needle from ‘Can I?’ to ‘I Can.'? What are the ensuing struggles? What role does a support system play here? What intangibles await us as we pursue of our beliefs?

To explore this subject and more, here’s a conversation with Capt.Nitin Shukla, a commercial pilot with one of India’s most respected airlines and the 100th guest on Wings podcast! His favourite basketball player’s words, "Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it or work around it,” and, a support system that always had his back, kept Nitin going for 17 years before he got to Captain a passenger jet aircraft.

Song Credits:
Song: "I believe I can fly"
Soundtrack: Space Jam (1996)
Song writer, producer & performer: R Kelly

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2024

Fear has been a constant companion of human race since hunter-gatherer days. It is a powerful force that creates as well as destroys. Unlike the animal kingdom, however, humans have an innate gift to understand fear in all its entirety. How does fear manifest in everyday life? What about moments of crisis that shakes our very being? How does it trigger an inevitable chain reaction of dysfunctional behaviours? What role does society, culture, religion and technology play in harbouring and amplifying fear? How do we foster awareness and resilience in the wake of fear in order to live through it?

To explore this subject and more, here’s a conversation with Sudha Hooda, an Executive Director and Board Member of a multinational technology company. “I am a proud mother to a loving teenager, a curious soul on a journey of self-discovery, embracing lessons life has to offer each day,” Sudha says.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2024

Much of who we are is shaped by our personal, work and social roles which evolve in a given context and over a period of time. These roles feed on each other and are further influenced by our choices and compulsions. How does this process manifest in the early stages of life? How does married life and parenthood impact the role matrix? What if this involves a geographical and cultural transition? Across life phases, how does one protect and nurture personal passions? In all this drama, how does one celebrate one’s being and becoming?

To explore this subject and more, here’s a conversation with Shweta Inamdar, a dancer, mother and software engineer currently living and working in Oakland, California in the US. A professional dancer for over 16 years, first with Shiamak Davar Institute in Bangalore and now with Mona Khan Company in San Francisco Bay Area, Shweta truly believes in celebrating life in all its hues & shades.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2024

Today, music & dance are an integral part of weddings, corporate events, nightlife or private celebrations with professional DJs at the centre stage. They know exactly how to get everyone swaying to their beats, keeping energy high on the dance floor and to provide non-stop entertainment! What goes into being a DJ? What is the art, craft & drama that needs to be mastered? How does a DJ build and sustain a brand for local & international markets? What are the blood, sweat and tears in this highly competitive glam-world of DJ’ing? Who is the person behind a DJs mask?

To explore this subject and more, here’s a conversation with Yashodhan Rege a.k.a. DJ Regge, a dynamic figure known for blending genres and creating an infectious, feel-good atmosphere. With a career spanning nearly two decades, DJ Regge has performed across India and the world with a simple goal - to build on his audience’s energy, getting people on their feet and lost in the music.

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(C) Asha & Milind Agnihotri, 2022-2024