Avanti: Yes She Can

By Avanti Fellows

In India, girls make up 43% of enrolment in STEM courses - one of the highest in the world. Yet, only 27% of them are likely to enter the workforce and often exit these careers earlier than their m

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FAQs about Avanti: Yes She Can:

How many episodes does Avanti: Yes She Can have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Avanti: Yes She Can episodes:

November 27, 2024 “If you quit, who's going to lose?” - Shar Dubey
Shar Dubey is former CEO, Board Member and Advisor for Match Group. Shar earned her Bachelor's in Technology from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, where she was one of the few female students in her class. For women breaking into a field where they are underrepresented, Shar talks to Vandana about the importance of investing your energy in enhancing your strengths, identifying your unique superpower, as well as her hope for more women to be present in STEM spaces.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios
Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
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42min
November 20, 2024 “The more work you do, the better you're going to get.” - Anu Menon

Anu Menon is an award-winning film director and writer who brought the extraordinary story of mathematician and astrologer Shakuntala Devi to life. As a child, Anu was always drawn to storytelling but never imagined that she would enter the world of filmmaking. She talks to Vandana about being one of the few women in India to hold directing and writing positions in film and TV, and reflects on what it will take to inspire and uplift the next generation of female filmmakers.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
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37min
November 13, 2024 “Your ethic is doing your best in your own eyes.” - Prashasti Singh

Prashasti Singh is a standup comic who came from the small town of Amethi, and claimed fame with Comicstaan. Prashasti opens up about her start at Indian Institute of Management to making the bold leap into the world of comedy. She talks to Vandana about how no matter what career path we choose, showing up and giving it our best shot is vital.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
38min
October 23, 2024 “You can do what you set your mind to.” - Noorain Khan

Noorain Khan, the daughter of Pakistani immigrants, has risen to become the first Muslim American to serve as the National President of Girl Scouts of the USA. With a successful career in corporate law, non-profits, and public policy, Vandana explores Noorain’s story and how it reminds us that we can achieve anything we set our mind to, as long as we believe in our capabilities.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
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35min
October 16, 2024 “Champion your daughter as you champion your son.” - Meena Lakdawala-Flynn

Meena Lakdawala-Flynn shares her journey from being a talented young gymnast dreaming of Olympic glory, to her influential role as the Partner & Co-Head of Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs. She talks to Vandana about her upbringing as the daughter of first-generation Indian immigrants in Texas, who supported her every dream; and emphasises the need to inspire our daughters to pursue their own paths to success.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
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33min
October 09, 2024 “Give it a shot, you'll get a lot of support around you.” - Paulomi Shah

Paulomi Shah is a Partner & Head of Enterprise Risk and Trade Operations at Apollo Global Management, a firm that has $28.41 billion in net assets. As a naturally curious and determined student, Paulomi's passion for learning led her to Barnard College at Columbia University. Having spent several years in the banking sector with firms like JP Morgan and HSBC, Paulomi reflects on her career and talks to Vandana about being proactive and embracing new experiences that help you build confidence in your capabilities.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
35min
October 02, 2024 “It was necessary for me to fly out the nest to know I could fly on my own.” - Gayatri Shenai

Gayatri Shenai is a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company. Growing up with a twin brother, Gayatri’s parents ensured both their children were treated equally - a value that has shaped her into the person she is today. As a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Gayatri has conducted research on women's advancement in the workplace and spearheaded an annual conference for women executives in tech and operations. She talks to Vandana about how her father fostered her love for problem solving, the three skills she relies on to make sure her opinions are always heard, and why she believes women will play a pivotal role in the future of tech.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios

Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
35min
September 25, 2024 “One thing my parents did, they never compromised on my education." - Ruchi Sankhe
Ruchi Sankhe is the founder of Infinity Investment Advisors and LuxeList. Born to grandparents who were refugees from Pakistan, Ruchi's early years were spent constantly moving across India. Despite the challenges, she excelled academically, earning a Master’s in Finance in the USA, where less than 10% of her class were women. With a career spanning nearly three decades in wealth management, Ruchi shares her insights on building a diverse skill set with our host and co-CEO of Avanti Fellows, Vandana Goyal.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios
Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
37min
September 18, 2024 “Everyone can take steps towards creating the future that they want.” - Sumitra Pasupathy
Sumitra Pasupathy is a Malaysian engineer turned social entrepreneur, who went from a boisterous girl in convent school, to winning a British Council scholarship to attend the prestigious Cambridge University. Starting from her role as a founder of Playeum, an NGO focused on children's play and education, Sumitra talks to Vandana about what we can do to help women overcome cultural barriers in their pursuit of STEM education and careers.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistant: Aishwarya Patil & Tanuja M S (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios
Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
34min
September 11, 2024 “For women and girls, this is your time, this is your era” - Jyoti Chopra
In the first episode, Jyoti Chopra, currently the Chief People, Inclusion, and Sustainability Officer at MGM Resorts International, shares her transformation from a shy young girl to a leader of a billion-dollar company. She reflects on how her immigrant parents shaped her work ethic and how her time at the United Nations drove her to make real change in the world. As one of the few women in America to hold a C-suite role, Jyoti also discusses what it will take to see more women in positions of leadership.

CREDITS:

Host & Creative Director: Vandana Goyal

Project Coordinator: Saumya Sahu

Project Advisor: Akshay Saxena

Marketing & Media Producer: Joash Cornelius

This is a Maed in India production.

Producer: Sean D’mello

Co-producer: Meghna Gulati

Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant

Production Assistants: Tanuja M S & Aishwarya Patil (Avanti Fellows Alums)

Sound Edit, Design & Mixing: Kartik Kulkarni

Show Artwork: Alika Gupta

Project Supervisor: Mae Mariyam Thomas

Head of Operations: Shaun Fanthome

Studio: Island City Studios
Support the show: https://www.avantifellows.org/donate-to-a-student
...more
31min

FAQs about Avanti: Yes She Can:

How many episodes does Avanti: Yes She Can have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.