Discover your SecondAct Podcast

On today’s episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Gitanjali Babbar – social entrepreneur, changemaker, and the founder of Kat-Katha.

Gitanjali stepped away from a conventional trajectory to spend over a decade working alongside the women and children of Delhi’s G.B. Road, building safe spaces for education, livelihood, and agency. Today, through Kat-Katha, she focuses on creating sustainable ecosystems of dignity, community, and choice.

In this conversation, we talked about what prompted Gitanjali to walk into a space most people look away from, the reality of building lasting change on the ground without a savior mindset, navigating personal conviction, and of course, what it means to discover our SecondActs.Need to start your own podcast? SecondAct Studio is the right place for you. For inquiries, DM us at

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On today’s episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Deepak Jayaraman – an executive coach, leadership advisor, author and the host of the Play to Potential Podcast.

Deepak started his career in management consulting with KPMG and McKinsey, before moving into leadership advisory. Today, he works closely with leaders as a coach and sounding board, sharing his learnings through his podcast, books, and speaking engagements.

In this conversation, we talked about Deepak’s career pivots, how his understanding of success and purpose has evolved over the years, why playing to our potential goes far beyond what we achieve at work, and of course, his SecondActs,

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Mayura Ganesan.

From breaking barriers to driving social entrepreneurship, Mayura has done it all. As the CEO of Maatrukaari, she is paving the way for inclusion, dignity, and economic empowerment.

In this conversation , we explored the power of self-acceptance, the reality of navigating society on one's own terms, building a purpose driven enterprise, and of course, her SecondAct.

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we are joined by Divya 'Marham' Batra.

She is a poet, musician, storyteller, and Co-founder & Creative Head of Quirksmith Jewellery.

While Divya has built a beloved homegrown brand, her journey goes far beyond entrepreneurship.

Through her poetry, music, and creative expression, she has created spaces that feel safe, honest and deeply healing - places where people can return to their real self.

In this beautifully intimate conversation, we dove into Divya's journey of choosing art over expectations, the healing power of poetry, and what it truly means to find your way home and of course, her SecondActs.For anyone navigating a pause, a shift, a reinvention, or simply searching calmer place within, this conversation is definitely going to be a Marham for you.

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we're joined by Indie filmmaker, Tribeny Rai.

Tribeny is making waves in Indian film industry through her film, 'Shape of Momo', earning praises and support from the likes of Zoya Akhtar, Payal Kapadia, and many others. After garnering accolades in International film festival circuit, the film is now playing in theatres across India.

In the conversation, we dive into Tribeny's humble beginnings, the rise of cinema from North-east India, the role of art in empowering women, behind-the-scenes stories from the film, and of course, her SecondActs.

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Tushar Tyagi.

He is an independent filmmaker, founder of Yellowstone International film festival and his latest executive produced film, "In Search of the Sky" is on the way to the New York Indian Film Festival 2026.

In the conversation, we dived into his life journey - why he left tech for the director's chair, whether storytelling has impact in real world, tackling difficult social themes in films, what's his future looking like and of course, his SecondAct.

This episode is a must-watch for aspiring independent storytellers, creators searching for direction, and anyone who wants to understand the true power of cinema

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we have a special guest, Girish Krishnamurthy returning for a Part 2 of our conversation.

He is the managing Director of Tata MD Healthcare - a visionary leader and a pioneer in integrating tech and AI into healthcare. 

In this conversation, we talked about Philosophical hurdles in Medicare industry, how Tata MD is bridging Preventive and Curative Medicare solutions, AI in Medicare and his SecondAct.

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In the latest episode of the Discover Your SecondAct podcast, we got a special guest - Harpriya Bains. She is a stand-up comedian and self-proclaimed CEO of H&M (Cribbing Exhausted Overworked Housewife and Mother).

In 2017, she transformed her lifelong love for art and performance into a bold comedic voice, stepping onto the stage to tell stories often left unheard. 

Drawing inspiration from Indian households, womanhood, and the everyday struggle with patriarchy, Harpriya crafts sharp, family-friendly, and deeply relatable humor that resonates with audiences across India and beyond.

In this insightful conversation, we revisit her beginnings, explore the challenges of being a woman in the Indian stand-up scene, and ageism in the industry and of course her SecondAct.

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct, we’re joined by Rajshri Deshpande - critically acclaimed actress known for her powerful performances in Sacred, Trial by Fire, and Black Warrant, and founder of Nabhangan Foundation, a not-for-profit dedicated to holistic rural development and building self-reliant communities.

In this deeply honest conversation, Rajshri reflects on her journey from a small village to Bollywood, the politics of the industry, and the responsibility that comes with fame. She speaks about using her platform to empower communities and her upcoming LGBTQIA+ dramedy, Baapya.

Raw, reflective, and inspiring, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the setbacks, the courage, and the quiet strength behind the spotlight. A must-watch for young women and anyone committed to their craft.

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On the latest episode of Discover Your SecondAct Podcast, we are honored to host - Girish Krishnamurthy - Managing Director of Tata MD Healthcare - a visionary leader and a pioneer in integrating tech and AI into healthcare. 

Today, Tata MD has set a new global benchmark in integrated healthcare rendering advanced treatment over 25 chronic diseases.

In the Part 1 of our conversation with Girish, we move beyond titles and achievements to explore the unseen, personal side of Girish’s Journey.

He shares the life epiphanies that shaped him, his profound devotion to Sri Sathya Sai Baba, Spirituality being the foundation of his leadership, how it inspired him to produce his first feature film, Anantha  and much more.

This is a powerful conversation about purpose, surrender, conviction, and leading with spiritual strength in the modern world.

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