Courage Talks

🚀 Courage Talks – Season 6, Episode 1 🎙️

Kicking off Season 6 with an extraordinary guest – Ram, a globally recognised Mentor Coach (MCC, MP, BCC) and the visionary behind Coacharya! 🌟

With 45 years of experience spanning C-suite leadership, multinational joint ventures, government advisory, angel investing, and family business consulting, Ram has shaped leaders and transformed organisations across industries.

His work integrates Eastern philosophy with Western psychology, blending yoga, tantra, and meditation with NLP, Gestalt, and Positive Psychology for holistic personal and professional growth.

In this episode, we dive into:

✅ Leadership in a VUCA world 🌍
✅ The power of mindless awareness in coaching 🧘‍♂️
✅ Blending Eastern wisdom with modern psychology 🧠
✅ Lessons from 45 years of leadership & transformation

Join us for an insightful conversation on courage, resilience, and transformational leadership! 💡

#CourageTalks #Podcast #Leadership #Coaching #Mindfulness #Transformation

Courage Talks S5E6: Viktoria Brown - From Newsroom to World Records

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Viktoria Brown, whose journey from TV journalist to ultra-endurance champion epitomizes courage and reinvention.

Starting her athletic journey at 40 after her third child was born, Viktoria, had started running to lose weight, but she transformed from a newcomer to breaking world records in just five years.

🏃‍♀️ Ultra Running Dominance:

🏊‍♀️ Triathlon Excellence:

Before dominating ultra-endurance sports, Viktoria built an impressive career in journalism, interviewing Hollywood stars and covering the 1996 Olympics for the Hungarian TV.

She later reinvented herself as a professional poker player, reaching 13th place at WSOP among 3000 competitors.

👔 Career Evolution:

Today, this Hungarian-Canadian athlete balances her world-class athletic pursuits with raising three daughters and managing multiple business ventures. Her latest achievement in 2024 - breaking both women's and men's 48-hour records - proves that with courage, determination, and grit, there's no limit to what we can achieve, regardless of when we start.

Join us as we explore Viktoria's extraordinary journey of courage, reinvention, and pushing beyond perceived limits.

🎙️ Courage Talks S5E5: Featuring Nishath Moheb Usmani

In this episode of Courage Talks, we are excited to feature Nishath Moheb Usmani, Associate Partner and Chief of Partner Learning at KPMG India. With over two decades of experience, Nishath has transformed leadership development practices across organizations like Deloitte, Capgemini, and KPMG. At KPMG, she designed and implemented Taxila, a learning ecosystem that has redefined leadership learning, winning multiple Brandon Hall Gold Awards.

Key Achievements in Leadership and Learning:

Commitment to Diversity and Community Building:

This episode will explore Nishath’s professional journey, her innovative work in leadership development, and her dedication to bridging corporate and community impact.

🎧 Tune in to gain insights into her approach and learn from her experiences.

#CourageTalks #LeadershipDevelopment #Inclusion #Podcast

Courage Talks S5E4: Featuring Kranti P. Salvi – A Marathoner Breaking Barriers

This episode of Courage Talks brings you the incredible journey of Kranti P. Salvi, a trailblazer in sports, fitness, and environmental activism. With an illustrious academic background in electronics and a Master's in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Kranti exemplifies the fusion of intellect and resilience.

Marathon Queen and Guinness World Record Holder
Having conquered 20 marathons worldwide, Kranti's achievements are nothing short of awe-inspiring. She has completed the grueling Comrades Marathon (90 km) in South Africa and holds three Guinness World Records for the fastest marathon runs in traditional attire:

Champion for Climate and Community
Kranti’s passion extends beyond sports. As an active member of WC40 (Women for Climate Change) in the C40 network, she works tirelessly to address climate change. She inspires women through her role as a #Pinkathon Ambassador, offering training since 2018, and leads outdoor sessions with Endurance Revolution, a community supported by Puma. Kranti also engages in beach cleanups, tree conservation, and environmental advocacy, exemplifying her commitment to holistic fitness and planetary health.

A Celebrated Runner and Mentor
A Tata Mumbai Marathon Legend with over a decade of consecutive completions, Kranti has won accolades like the Best Runner Award from Mumbai Road Runners for eight consecutive years (2015–2023). She’s also a Certified Yoga Instructor and ACSM Marathon Coach, mentoring aspiring runners across India.

Media Luminary and Fitness Icon
Kranti's achievements have been widely celebrated in the media, from Star Sports to Zee News, inspiring millions. As a #LiveToPlay ambassador for Zeven and a frequent contributor to fitness videos by Wipro, she advocates for a healthier and more active lifestyle.

What to Expect in This Episode
Kranti will share her remarkable journey, her approach to balancing marathon milestones with community service, and her inspiring message for women to embrace fitness and sustainability. Tune in to explore how this Guinness World Record holder redefines courage, both on the track and in life.

📅 Don’t miss Courage Talks S5E4 – streaming soon!

#CourageUnleashed #MarathonQueen #BreakingBarriers #FitnessForAll #SustainabilityChampion

Courage Talks S5E3 with Trupti Katkar Chavan

This episode features Trupti Katkar Chavan. In this inspiring conversation, Trupti shares her journey from a determined beginner to a celebrated marathon champion, showcasing her grit, resilience, and unyielding passion for running.

Highlights of Trupti's Achievements:

In this episode, Trupti delves into:

Whether you are an aspiring runner, a seasoned athlete, or someone seeking inspiration, Trupti’s story will motivate you to push your boundaries and pursue your dreams with unwavering courage.

🎧 Tune in to Courage Talks S5E3 to hear Trupti's incredible story. Link to full episode is in comments.

🎙 Courage Talks S5E2: Featuring Tracy Brown

Tracy Brown is a passionate and empathetic coach, a mindfulness advocate, and a true inspiration for resilience and transformation. With a life story defined by challenges, pivots, and self-discovery, Tracy has used her experiences to build a fulfilling career dedicated to empowering others.

Tracy believes in:

Tracy’s life is a testament to courage and reinvention:

Hear Tracy share her awe-inspiring journey, from heartbreak to healing and from chaos to clarity. Discover how she’s blazing trails as a coach while embracing life with vulnerability, courage, and authenticity.

🧘‍♀️ Professional Highlights💡 Tracy’s Coaching Philosophy📖 Her Transformational Journey🌎 Life Today✨ What Makes Tracy Extraordinary?🎧

Join us on Courage Talks S5E2

🌟 Courage Talks Season 5 - Episode 1: Women’s Special with Sonia Ahuja 🌟

We're thrilled to launch Season 5 of Courage Talks with an extraordinary Women’s Special, featuring the unstoppable Sonia Ahuja! 🎙️

🌄 Meet the Ultra-Athlete
In the past two years, Sonia has conquered some of the world’s most challenging ultra-marathons, setting new course records and establishing herself as one of the top ultra-runners globally. Here are some highlights from her recent achievements:

💪 A Life of Resilience and Achievement
From corporate boardrooms to ultra-races, Sonia’s journey exemplifies relentless drive and courage. Raised in a small town in Gurgaon, India, Sonia moved to the U.S. with dreams of a high-impact business career and went on to hold several C-level roles in leading financial firms. Her path hasn’t been easy, but her resilience has shaped her into both a top executive and a world-class athlete.

🔗 Catch this episode on Courage Talks to hear Sonia’s powerful story of grit, ambition, and breaking barriers!

#CourageTalks #Season5 #WomensSpecial #Podcast #SoniaAhuja #UltraRunner #AthleteSpotlight #Leadership #Inspiration #Endurance

Meet Bipin Kaul: The Ultimate Corporate Athlete 

Bipin Kaul, 46, exemplifies the perfect blend of professional achievement and personal athletic prowess. An alumnus of SRCC (Delhi University) and IIFT Delhi, Bipin till very recently was the Chief Business Officer for Offline Payments at Paytm, after having had significant roles at ICICI Bank, IDFC First Bank, and IndusInd Bank. 

 Professional Powerhouse:

 Bipin isn't just crushing it in the boardroom - he's conquering ultra-endurance events too!  

Athletic Achievements that'll blow your mind:

From 110kg to Ultraman - Bipin's journey is pure inspiration! 

Tune in to Courage Talks S4E6 to hear Bipin share:

Don't miss this episode packed with insights on discipline, perseverance, and achieving the extraordinary! 

Bipin's story demonstrates that with passion and dedication, one can achieve extraordinary feats while maintaining a successful career. His sporting endeavors have profoundly impacted his professional life, instilling values of discipline, execution, and perseverance. Featured in The Times of India, Mint, and The Better India, Bipin has also delivered a TEDx Talk on his experiences.

#CourageTalks #BipinKaul #CorporateAthlete #UltraEndurance #Leadership #Paytm #Podcast #Inspiration #WorkLifeBalance #AchieveTheImpossible 

🎙️ Courage Talks Season 4 Episode 5 welcomes the extraordinary Abhishek Mishra, an endurance athlete who has conquered some of the toughest challenges in the world! 🌍

With achievements like completing the ULTRAMAN Triathlon in Florida (10km Swim, 421km cycle, and 84km run) and finishing IRONMAN races in Spain, South Africa, New Zealand, and more, Abhishek’s journey defines grit and determination. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️

As the Founder & CEO of TABONO, he has successfully organized many large-scale races with over 5,000 participants,

🔥 Tune in for this inspiring conversation!

#Ironman #Ultraman #CourageTalks #PushYourLimits #Endurance

The guest on this Episode is Dilip Kumar !!

He is an avid long distance running  enthusiast and has finished multiple Sub 3 hr marathons. He was the fastest Indian at Boston Marathon in 2022. 

He also a host of "The Other Side with Dilip “ a podcast that has conversations with business leaders and elite sports athletes on their mental models and physical routines on high performance. 

He has a blog www.dilipkumar.co where he writes his thoughts on startups, entrepreneurship & endurance sports.