TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING

By Abhay Dandekar

My name is Abhay Dandekar and I share conversations with talented and interesting individuals linked to the global Indian and South Asian community. It’s informal and informative, adding insights and ... more

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The podcast currently has 269 episodes available.

TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING episodes:

November 03, 2021 Tan France... on parenthood, building trust and confidence on Queer Eye, fashion and style as a vehicle of joy, and integrating his identity as the sum of many parts.
Tan France shares his experiences as a new parent, the challenges of balancing family and professional life, and the cultural expectations surrounding parenting. He reflects on the emotional bond with his child, the importance of seeking help, and how his identity as a South Asian gay Muslim shapes his perspective. Tan discusses the role of style in self-esteem and empathy, the significance of communication, and the journey of storytelling through his work. He also touches on the complexities of aging and self-acceptance.
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October 27, 2021 Soborno Isaac Bari...on his favorite learning and teaching styles, on how he deals with mistakes, on his life as both a 4th grader and an 8th grader, and on the importance of empathy!
Abhay is joined by 9 year old child prodigy and professor of math and science, Soborno Isaac Bari. They chatted about his book called "The Love", his love for history, learning at two different grade levels, and even the Vygotsky philosophy. He even left Abhay with the joke to end all science jokes.
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October 13, 2021 Dr. Sanjay Gupta...on writing his new book "World War C", becoming a great listener, and cultivating trust in those around him.
Abhay is joined by fellow physician, Sanjay Gupta MD, author of "World War C", and CNN chief medical correspondent. They chatted about Sanjay's experiences during his career and during the pandemic, how his Indian American identity informs him, and the rewards of being a practicing and teaching neurosurgeon. episode note - Steve Gupta was nowhere to be found.
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October 07, 2021 Janani Ramachandran...on running for State Assembly, fighting for equity and vulnerable communities, and lessons from the campaign trail
Janani Ramachandran, an Oakland social justice attorney who recently ran for a California State Assembly joins Abhay to chat about running for office, some of the unwritten rules of politics, and continuing her local grassroots movement as a civically engaged South Asian American.
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30min
October 07, 2021 Raashi Kulkarni...on being a composer and artist after the pandemic, being a student of her past, and music as a vehicle for building relationships.
Abhay is joined by composer and musician, Raashi Kulkarni, who was recently selected to be a part of the 2021-2023 Universal Composers Initiative. They chatted about her journey, playing the DDLJ song on the harmonium, and her outlook as seen through her current work.
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30min
September 22, 2021 Sarina Siddhanti...on RIYA collective, creating access to authentic Indian fashion, and serving as an ambassador of culture.
Abhay is joined by Sarina Siddhanti, the co-founder of RIYA collective, a company whose mission is to preserve and promote sustainable South Asian fashion consumption in the US through access and inclusion of designers in improving circular fashion.
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30min
September 22, 2021 Puneet and Omer Mirza...on BHANGRA EMPIRE, building community, and creating a movement around bhangra
Abhay is joined by the founders of BHANGRA EMPIRE, Puneet and Omer Mirza, as they talk about how to pronounce "bhangra", building a movement from a dance, and creating world-wide relationships through dance.
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30min
September 15, 2021 Pinto and Billo Naravane...on creating Rasa Vineyards, storytelling, and blending art and science as wine makers.
Abhay is joined for a journey through the experiences of Pinto and Billo Naravane, the brothers behind Rasa Vineyards. They share their journey as wine makers and the value of storytelling and relationship building through their wine.
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31min
September 15, 2021 Omkar Ranade...on being a South Asian American US Marine Corps officer, his experiences in Afghanistan, and returning shopping carts to their appropriate location.
Abhay is joined by Omkar Ranade, an attorney and USMC captain whose last combat service was in Afghanistan. They chatted about his experiences and journey in the military as a South Asian American.
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31min
September 08, 2021 Raj Girn...on cultivating confidence, on coaching and developing a brand, and making things happen!
Raj Girn, media entrepreneur, coach, and founder of ANOKHI life and OPEN CHEST ACADEMY joins Abhay for a wide ranging chat about developing relationships, building confidence, and their mutual love for intelligent conversation!
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30min

FAQs about TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING:

How many episodes does TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING have?

The podcast currently has 269 episodes available.