The Prakhar Gupta Xperience

Episode 90 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Karan Singh Magic. Karan Singh is an Indian mentalist, illusionist, and psychological performer known for his mind-reading skills.

00:00 - Intro

01:26 - Mind Blowing Card Tricks

06:25 - David Blaine & KSM's Magic Show

17:07 - What Makes Magic so Amazing

21:32 - KSM Hypnotizing Prakhar & Audience

31:48 - Insane Magicians in India

46:45 - KSM talks to the dead

50:45 - Reacting to GOAT magicians

1:07:44 - How do magicians read mind

1:15:56 - Inviting Prakhar's Team on Camera

1:20:48 - Reading Prakhar's Mind

1:25:19 - KSM's Question for Prakhar

Episode 89 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Subramanian Swamy. Subramanian Swamy is an Indian politician, economist and statistician.

Recording Date: March 31, 2025

This is what we talked about00:00 - Why isn’t Subramanian Swamy expelled?08:02 - India’s Economic Rise, Challenges & Swamy’s Vision16:45 - Is he bitter?27:44 - Evolution of Indian Politics before Modi30:20 - Is India really progressing?34:18 - His contribution to Ram Mandir and the Hindutva Movement37:53 - Honesty & Free Speech in Modern India48:35 - Is PM Narendra Modi retiring?56:30 - Subramanian Swamy had private sources for intelligence1:00:06 - India's Relationship with Russia & the USA1:06:51 - Tensions between China and India1:14:38 - Subramanian Swamy praises Prakhar

Episode 88 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Ravi Gupta. Ravi is a stand-up comedian. Recording Date: March 25, 2025

This is what we talked about00:00 - The Legend is back03:31 - Ravi’s viral BBC video13:17 - Hilarious bit on the singer - Kaka24:11 - Ravi Gupta on Men, Women & Equality34:58 - Substance abuse & Happiness37:07 - “Aap Maut ke baare me sochte ho?”44:34 - Ravi Gupta on Tollywood & Video Games52:07 - Ravi Gupta on Money & His Philosophy of Life1:00:21 - Animal and Gangs of Wasseypur1:05:29 - Hera Pheri and other Priyadarshan Movies1:18:14 - Ravi congratulates Prakhar for his engagement

Episode 87 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Inder Sahani. Inder is a stand-up comedian, actor, host, and writer.

Recording Date: March 18, 2025

This is what we talked about:

00:00 - Why is Virat Kohli the G.O.A.T.? Reaction to Wasay Habib

19:08 - Inder's Crowd Work Story & Live Show Hate

31:03 - School Life Story by Inder Sahani & Prakhar

42:14 - Weight Loss Journey & Health Issues

48:00 - 9-to-5 Jobs & the Monotony of Work Life

50:05 - Exploring Music & Its Impact on People's Minds

1:05:46 - Relationships, Breakups & Marriage in a Man’s Life

Episode 86 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Aaditya “Kullu” Kulshreshth. Kullu is a stand-up comedian, actor and a writer.
00:00 - Meeting David Dhawan and Govinda’s Comedy Era
07:53 - Evolution of Bollywood’s Comedy Era
18:01 - School Memories and Crazy Europe Trip Stories
25:24 - Western Culture vs. Indian Culture
31:24 - How Gossip Shaped Human Evolution
37:03 - The Reality of Male Friendships
41:50 - Kullu’s Experience with Anxiety and Mental Health
55:58 - Life in a Boys’ School
1:01:25 - Kullu’s Relationship with His Mother
1:06:46 - Growing Up Without a Father
1:11:26 - Kullu on Dating, Relationships, and Marriage
1:14:50 - Kullu Talks About His Male Role Models
1:19:12 - Lessons He Learned from His Mother
1:21:18 - Kullu Shares His Relationship Philosophy

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Episode 85 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Sumit Gupta, CoinDCX Co-founder and IIT Bombay alum, talking with Prakhar about his college days and path to crypto. We dig into Bitcoin’s ups and downs, Web 3.0’s potential, and what makes ideas click.Recording Date: 1st March, 2025Time Stamps of Sumit Gupta

00:00 - Sumit Gupta & IIT Bombay: The Game Changer

14:52 - What is Bitcoin? Why Does Bitcoin Have High Value?

24:08 - How Crypto Is Not a Currency but a New Asset Class

32:55 - Why Crypto Is More Trustworthy Than Traditional Currencies

47:50 - Can Crypto Dethrone the Dollar?

54:08 - Challenges in the Adoption of Crypto & NFTs

1:06:53 - How India Can Win the Information War

1:15:48 - How to Find Million-Dollar Ideas & Make Them Successful

1:28:03 - How Web 3.0 Will Change the World

In episode 84 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Prakhar Gupta is joined by Paras Chopra, an entrepreneur and thought leader. Together, they explore a range of intriguing topics, from the role of intelligent blogs in shaping ideas to the evolving relationship between technology and survival. Paras and Prakhar discuss the impact of AI, the alignment problem, and how reality is shaped by both accidents and intentional decisions. The conversation also dives into the complexities of consciousness, language, and how the brain forms decisions and identities. Towards the end, they share insightful book recommendations and personal reflections that provide a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Paras Chopra is the founder of Wingify, a leading SaaS company known for VWO (Visual Website Optimizer), a top A/B testing and conversion optimization platform. A passionate entrepreneur and thinker, he shares deep insights on startups, decision-making, and psychology.00:00 - Who is Paras

00:00 - Who is Paras?

06:32 - The Journey of Bootstrapped vs. Funded Startups

15:16 - How False Ideas Distort Reality and Spark Offense

24:09 - How the Brain Processes Decisions and Constructs Identity

28:36 - The Hard and Soft Problems of Consciousness

47:22 - Language and Its Global Variations

1:02:27 - The Pros and Cons of AI and LLMs 1:14:58 - The AI Alignment Problem

1:20:09 - How Technology Relates to Survival and Evolution

1:27:38 - Book Recommendations by Paras and Prakhar

1:36:35 - Paras’s Final Comments for Prakhar

In episode 83 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Prakhar welcomes Astro Arun an expert in astrology and its impact on human life. In this deep and engaging conversation, they explore the origins of astrology, what it can predict, and the factors that influence its accuracy. The discussion delves into why people turn to astrology, how it works, and the role of prayers and remedies. Prakhar and Arun also examine arguments against astrology, the prevalence of fraud, and the common concerns people bring to astrologers.Astro Arun is a renowned astrologer and researcher known for his in-depth knowledge of astrology, psychology, and its cultural significance. With years of experience in the field, Arun has helped people navigate their lives through astrological insights while also addressing the skepticism surrounding the practice.This is what we talked about:00:00 - Purpose of the Podcast01:44 - What is Astrology? & What Can Astrology Predict?10:04 - Astrology Factors That Affect Our Lives15:47 - When & Why Do People Start Believing in Astrology?24:34 - How Does Astrology Work?29:55 - Solutions in Astrology & the Role of Prayers36:54 - Arguments Against Astrology & Frauds53:43 - Problems People Ask an Astrologer About1:00:35 - Philosophy and Psychology in Astrology1:14:14 - Is Astrology Just a Placebo Effect?1:18:21 - Superstition and Past Life1:20:11 - Arun's Question to Prakhar

In Episode 74 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, we’re joined by Prasanna Tantri from the Indian School of Business to explore the current state of India’s economy. We delve into important discussions on economic growth indicators, changes in the last 10 years, and the future of Indian economy . The conversation covers India’s economic infrastructure, sectors driving growth, and insights on the nation’s economic future. We also explore the evolving modern middle class and the complexities of India’s tax systemPrasanna Tantri is an economist and faculty member at the Indian School of Business, specializing in macroeconomics, policy analysis, and economic forecasting. With a wealth of experience in evaluating India’s growth sectors and economic infrastructure, Prasanna offers valuable insights into India’s economic challenges and opportunities. His work focuses on understanding the complexities of India’s development, fiscal policy, and the evolving economic landscape.

This is what we talked about:

00:00 - GDP vs. Per Capita: Which is the Better Growth Indicator?

05:00 - What’s Changed in the Last 10 Years?

12:12 - Is India’s Standard of Living Declining?

15:30 - The State of India’s Economic Infrastructure

22:20 - Sectors Driving India’s Growth

28:42 - India’s Economic Future: What Lies Ahead?

37:20 - Defining the Modern Middle Class

39:29 - Navigating India’s Complex Tax System

52:27 - Questions for Prakhar

In episode 82 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Prakhar Gupta sits down with Sadhguru  @sadhguru  , a globally renowned spiritual leader, yogi, and visionary. This deep and thought-provoking discussion delves into fundamental questions about existence, consciousness, and the nature of liberation.Throughout the conversation, Sadhguru shares profound insights on topics such as Dhyanalinga, the origins of the universe, the essence of meditation, and the misconceptions surrounding enlightenment. He also explores the intricate relationship between spirituality, religion, and God while addressing the concept of rebirth and past lives.

This is what we talked about:00:00 - What is Dhyanalinga?16:53 - How did the Universe begin?22:33 - How did Sadhguru decide on Dhyanalinga?30:50 - Meditation and its liberating effect42:11 - How enlightenment is a false idea and unexplainable58:01 - What is liberation?1:05:52 - The relationship between spirituality, religion, and God1:18:51 - What is consciousness?1:31:03 - Is the idea of rebirth and past life true or not?1:34:55 - What is the Miracle of Mind app?1:49:40 - Sadhguru's Message to Prakhar