The Takeaway Club

By Krisbot

The Takeaway Club is the home for conversations hosted by Kris with friends and guests including entrepreneurs, actors, writers, professionals and beyond.... more

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How many episodes does The Takeaway Club have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.

The Takeaway Club episodes:

June 17, 2024 #9 - Who would you HIRE? | Ok boomer!
Ever heard of dream team? Ever wondered how AVENGERS put up such a great show? Its all about hiring great people and leveraging complementary skills to build an amazing product.
Krisbot along with Shankar, Body and Alien discuss hiring in general and what do great leaders, managers should look for when they are hiring to gather a A-Team.
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21min
April 30, 2024 #8 - Should dressing well matter at work? | Ok boomer!
Gone are the days of mandatory suits and ties, but with the rise of casual workwear, is there still a place for dressing up in the office? This episode dives deep into the debate! We explore:
Does your outfit impact your productivity and confidence?
How do clothes affect how you're perceived by colleagues and customers?
Is there a happy medium between comfort and professionalism?
What are the dress code expectations in today's work environment?
Join us for a fun and informative discussion as we unpack the psychology of work attire and find out if dressing up is just a fashion statement, or a secret weapon for success!
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28min
April 14, 2024 #7 - Remote Work vs. Return to Work | Ok boomer!
Here is the most requested topic for us: Remote work vs. Return to Work.
We dissect what remote means post-pandemic, why companies want you to come back to work, and if remote is in fact good for you.
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32min
April 14, 2024 #6 - Craftsmanship vs Agility | Ok boomer!
Craftsmanship vs. Agility: Can They Coexist?
In today's fast-paced world, we are constantly under pressure to be agile and adaptable. But what about the importance of craftsmanship? Can we achieve both? In this episode, we delve into the debate between craftsmanship and agility, exploring the benefits of each approach and how to try our best to balance them both!
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32min
April 14, 2024 #5 - Startups vs Corporates | Ok boomer!
Watch our latest episode where we dissect the perks and pitfalls of working in startups versus working in corporates.
https://review.firstround.com/give-aw... - Here is the link to the FirstRound article Shankar Ganesh mentions on the chat!
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37min
April 14, 2024 #4 - When should I quit my job!? | Ok boomer!
One of the most important questions that we have all asked ourselves at some point or other - when is the right time to quit our job?
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28min
April 14, 2024 #3 - IC Path vs. People Manager path: What is right for me?| Ok boomer!
Wondering if you're built to dive into people management or keep crushing it as an individual contributor. Watch the boomers discuss their personal experience.
We discuss the IC life, PM life, playing to strengths, myths and misconceptions, and more!
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33min
April 14, 2024 #2 - Is Master's the right career option for me? | Ok boomer!
A follow-up chat to Episode #1 - Moving Abroad, we dissect the upsides and downsides of a Master's degree for a working professional.
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26min
April 14, 2024 #1 - Moving abroad vs. Betting on India | Ok boomer!
When you are in your 20s, one of the most important questions that you find yourself asking over and over again is, should you consider moving abroad?
While the answer depends on a lot of personal context, there are some universal truths that you can factor in to help make an informed choice - in this episode Ashwin (The US Representative), Body, Shankar Ganesh, and Krisbot dissect the reasons to move and not move out of India.
What is Ok boomer!?
The Ok boomer series is practical, insightful nuggets on the most important questions on career, tech, and growth from those who 'have been there and done that'.
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23min
January 08, 2023 Ep #39 - Media and Cinema, from the lens of a film critic Ft. Baradwaj Rangan
In the latest episode, I speak with Baradwaj Rangan an Indian film critic, writer, and formerly the deputy editor of The Hindu. He later became a senior editor of Film Companion. Rangan won the National Film Award for Best Film Critic in 2006. Before joining The Hindu, Rangan wrote for The New Indian Express. He has also authored two books, worked as a screenwriter, and is a teacher at the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai.

Rangan has also authored two books: Conversations with Mani Ratnam (2012), wherein he interviews film director Mani Ratnam on the perspectives of his films, and Dispatches From The Wall Corner: A Journey through Indian Cinema (2014)
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36min

FAQs about The Takeaway Club:

How many episodes does The Takeaway Club have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.