Why do so many educated Indian women enter the workforce but disappear before reaching leadership? In today's episode of Beyond Pink - Toral Patel, Managing Partner at Accord India, explains how marriage, motherhood, family expectations and workplace culture continue to shape the careers of working women in India.From career breaks and the maternity gap to POSH policies, gender equality and women in leadership, this conversation reveals why companies keep losing talented women at the most productive stage of their careers. Toral also discusses what Indian workplaces must change to support women better.Watch till the end for valuable insights on career comebacks, senior leadership hiring, executive search, family business succession and why Indians are becoming global CEOs. Like, share and subscribe to Beyond Pink for more honest conversations about women, work and ambition.--Follow Our Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/_beyondpink/🎧 Listen to Our Podcasts on:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6dvWTwjwLc60SiK4hJvjoyApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/beyond-pink-by-sangi-mall/id1896647682Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/bcda1c2d-094a-4b07-89da-2a0034556e7b/beyond-pink-by-sangi-mallBeyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

When two artists come together, conversations turn into melodies. This soulful jam celebrates the power of music, creativity, and the stories that connect generations.In this special episode, Runaa Shivamani shares her journey as a musician, carrying forward a rich musical legacy, her relationship with art, and the emotions behind her voice. Joined by Merlin D’Souza, this conversation explores music, creativity, women in the arts, and the evolving world of artists today.Watch this beautiful collaboration between two passionate musicians as they celebrate the magic of music beyond boundaries.Runaa Rizvii Shivamani's Socials - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/runaashivamaniYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@Runaarizviishivamani___________________________________________________________Beyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

Can India build the next global snack brand? In this episode of Beyond Pink, we sit down with Aarti Kocchar, Co-founder of Taali, a Harvard Business School graduate who left a conventional corporate path to build one of India's fastest-growing better-for-you snack brands.From launching Water Lily Pops in the United States to bringing healthier, cleaner snacking options to Indian consumers, Aarti shares the incredible journey behind Taali and what it takes to build a consumer brand from scratch.This conversation goes far beyond snacks. We discuss entrepreneurship, marketing, product innovation, scaling a startup, balancing motherhood with business, building alongside your spouse, and why women don't need to hide their femininity to be successful leaders.Aarti also opens up about the challenges of fundraising, distribution, gender bias in boardrooms, managing mom guilt, and staying authentic while building a high-growth business. Her insights are invaluable for entrepreneurs, startup founders, marketers, students, and anyone looking to create lasting impact.

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In this episode of Beyond Pink, internationally acclaimed artist and sculptor Shilpa Joglekar shares her inspiring journey of building a global art career while raising her son as a single mother without putting her dreams on hold.

From the realities of earning a living as an artist to breaking stereotypes in a male-dominated field, Shilpa opens up about creativity, resilience, parenting, and the courage to live life on your own terms. She also shares why every child is born creative, how society slowly suppresses that creativity, and what it takes to stay true to yourself despite the odds.

Whether you're a parent, an artist, an entrepreneur, or someone looking for inspiration, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about success, creativity, and motherhood.

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From the golden era of 2000s Bollywood music to composing for global brands and performing at the G20, Merlin D'Souza's journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

Fondly known as the "Female Rahman", Merlin opens up about being one of the only female music producers in a male-dominated industry, creating unforgettable music, building a career on her own terms, and the lessons she's learned from decades in the music business.

Whether you're a musician, creator, entrepreneur, or simply a fan of 2000s Bollywood music, this conversation is packed with wisdom, nostalgia and inspiration.🎙️

Featuring internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, producer and performer Merlin D'Souza.

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Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.

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In this deeply emotional and eye-opening conversation, Gopika Kapoor opens up about the realities of raising an autistic child, the emotional challenges parents face, and why autism is still widely misunderstood in India.From the moment of diagnosis to navigating therapy, schools, family expectations, sensory struggles, and social stigma, this podcast explores what autism truly looks like beyond labels and stereotypes. Gopika shares powerful insights from both her personal journey as a mother and her years of work with neurodivergent children and families.This episode is not just about autism - it’s about parenting, acceptance, empathy, mental health, inclusion, and learning to see the world differently.Whether you are a parent, teacher, caregiver, therapist, or simply someone trying to better understand autism and neurodiversity, this conversation will leave you thinking differently.If this episode helped you, don’t forget to like, comment, and share it with someone who needs to hear this conversation.00:00 – Start of the Episode01:42 – Understanding Autism & Early Signs04:58 – The Diagnosis Journey & Emotional Reality08:26 – “My Child Is Different” | A Parent’s Perspective11:54 – Sensory Overload, Eye Contact & Communication15:18 – The Challenges of Autism Parenting18:47 – Schools, Inclusion & Social Stigma22:05 – The Pressure to “Fix” Autistic Children25:31 – Therapy, Support Systems & Daily Struggles29:04 – Siblings, Family Dynamics & Acceptance32:18 – Autism in India & Why Awareness Matters35:06 – Advice for Parents & Final Reflections38:10 – End of the EpisodeBeyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

In this episode of Beyond Pink, I sit down with Gauri Devidayal - co-founder of The Table, one of India’s most celebrated restaurants and a pioneer of fine dining in Mumbai.From starting her career as a tax lawyer to building one of Asia’s most respected hospitality brands alongside her husband Jay Yousuf, Gauri’s journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, resilience, leadership, and reinvention.The Table was named India’s #1 Restaurant by Condé Nast Traveller in 2025, and through Food Matters, Gauri and Jay have also built beloved restaurant brands like Mag St. Cafe and Caspers.This is an honest, insightful and deeply relatable conversation about ambition, identity, business, parenting and building something meaningful over the long term.Beyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.00:00 – Start Of the Episode01:40 – Gauri Devidayal & The Table Story07:05 – The Reality of Running Restaurants12:12 – Motherhood, Work & Balance17:34 – Parenting & Raising Independent Kids22:26 – Women, Money & Financial Independence25:32 – Building & Scaling Restaurant Businesses29:26 – Investors, Feedback & Business Lessons32:41 – Surprise Message from Namita34:16 – End of the episode#women #entrepreneur #restaurant Follow Gauri Devidayal's Social Media Handles Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gauridevidayal/Linkedln - https://in.linkedin.com/in/gauridevidayal________________Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

In this powerful episode of Beyond Pink, finance expert and First Global founder Devina Mehra shares brutally honest insights on women, money, marriage, investing, career breaks, financial independence, and the hidden cost of gender roles in society.From why women must manage their own money to the emotional and financial realities of marriage, divorce, motherhood, caregiving, and career sacrifices, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom every woman (and man) should hear.Devina also shares her own inspiring journey  from being an outsider in the Bombay Stock Exchange ecosystem to becoming the Founder & MD of First Global and author of “Money, Myths & Mantras.”This is not just a conversation about money. It is about freedom, identity, ambition, self-worth, and the choices women are conditioned to make.00:00 - Start of the episode02:17 - Women & money conversations05:42 - Financial independence for women08:26 - The “perfect wife & mother” trap10:33 - Women’s workforce participation14:08 - Gender bias in finance18:12 - Investing & wealth creation22:21 - Spending vs saving culture24:37 - Multitasking & mental load26:42 - Career breaks & motherhood30:14 - Divorce & financial security32:18 - Mistakes women should avoid36:54 - End of the episode#women #financeFollow Devina Mehra's  Social Media Handles:-Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/devina_mehra/?hl=enLinkedin - https://in.linkedin.com/in/devina-mehra-49a418b0Beyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

What is the single biggest threat to child mental health today? In this episode of the Beyond Pink parenting podcast, we sit down with Santoshi Kittur to discuss the hidden realities of raising special needs kids and the critical parenting mistakes that leave children feeling isolated and misunderstood. If you are looking for honest parenting advice on how to navigate a broken educational system, this video is a must-watch.As a parent actively managing dyslexia in children and dyscalculia, Santoshi shares a raw, emotional look at parenting neurodivergent kids. From dealing with intense school bullying to addressing the lack of awareness surrounding neurodiversity India, this conversation tackles a universal struggle. Why are traditional indian parenting methods failing our youth, and how can understanding neurodiversity protect them from deep childhood trauma?Discover how to support neurodiverse children so they can build a strong identity, overcome learning difficulties, and thrive in a world that demands conformity.Watch until the end to learn how to avoid the dangerous parenting traps that push unique kids away.--Beyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship

Can you walk away from a medical degree to sell tea? In this powerful episode of Beyond Pink, we sit down with Rupali Ambegaonkar, a former doctor who shattered societal norms to become a trailblazing tea entrepreneur.After successfully building and exiting the premium brand Tea Culture of the World, Rupali is back to disrupt India’s beverage market with her new QSR bubble tea brand, BobaKat.But the road to success wasn't easy. From facing intense family disappointment and enduring a dark period of failing miserably between 2011 to 2014, to dealing with the ultimate entrepreneur lonely journey, Rupali opens up about it all.She also deep-dives into the deep-rooted conditioning of women, the unfair imbalance of caregiving, the social stigma of being an ambitious mother, and the massive hurdles of raising money and securing capital as a female founder in India.Whether you're looking for weight loss tips, want to learn the art of tea blending, or need raw motivation to overcome self-doubt and failure, this podcast is a masterclass in persistence.👇 Subscribe to Beyond Pink for more inspiring stories of women leading a new way of life in--Beyond Pink is a podcast about women who are living a new way of life in India.Hosted by Sangi Mall, a Mumbai-based novelist and publisher, Beyond Pink explores women entrepreneurs, work-life balance, navigating patriarchy, modern Indian womanhood, and breaking traditional barriers. Each episode dives into real conversations about ambition, boardroom challenges, family dynamics, financial independence, and redefining success on your own terms.If you're interested in women-led leadership journeys, Indian business stories, advice for women, and honest discussions about identity — this channel is for you.New episodes every week! Subscribe and join the conversation.#beyondpink #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship