Modern relationships feel broken. 💔People want love, but avoid responsibility.Everyone wants attention — no one wants commitment. 👀In this raw and honest conversation, Siya Chakraborty — dancer, choreographer, and tarot reader — opens up about dance, heartbreak, loneliness, astrology, fake social media spirituality, and real emotional healing. ✨🖤No fake motivation. No Instagram gyaan. ❌📱Just real stories, uncomfortable truths, and honest opinions. 🎙️In this episode, we talk about:* Why modern dating struggles with loyalty and communication 💬* How dance became her emotional outlet 💃* The real truth behind tarot and astrology (not viral predictions) 🔮* Saturn, karma, and how struggle shapes people 🪐* Nazar (evil eye) and why oversharing can backfire 👁️* Fake friendships, broken trust, and emotional maturity 🤝* What real love should actually look like today ❤️⚠️ Warning: This episode might hit close to home.CREDITS 🎬* Creative Producer: Lal Bhatia* Guest: Siya Chakraborty* Host & Creative Director: Joydeep Sen* Guest Relations: Alivia Saha* Content Strategist: Darakshah Sohail* Content Intern: Trishita Hatai* Script & Research: Darakshah Sohail* Executive Producer: Harshit Pandey* Production Assistant: Vishal Khan* Audio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. Samanta* Supporting Video Editing: Rashida Mondal* Director of Photography: Sayan Mondal* Poster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika BiswasTime Stamp00:00 - Introduction & Pop Culture Kickoff00:50 - Start of the conversation01:04 - Sia’s dance reels journey & choreographer dreams02:40 - Past relationship struggles & feeling taken for granted04:17 - Is chivalry dying? Generational differences08:23 - Soft launching vs private relationships09:40 - Nazar & protecting success10:02 - Astrology and tarot journey12:43 - 2026 zodiac predictions14:14 - Sade Sati explained15:52 - Lucky colors for the year17:41 - Growing up with a single mother20:13 - Tarot myths on social media22:04 - Karma, past lives & life patterns24:06 - What she wants in a partner27:32 - Worst comments & DMs29:24 - Top 3 red flags in menSUBSCRIBE FOR REAL CONVERSATIONS ABOUT: 🎧✨* Dance and creativity 💃* Emotional healing and self-growth 🌱* Modern relationships and dating culture 💔* Loneliness, loss, and inner strength 🖤* Astrology, tarot, and spiritual reality (no fake gyaan) 🔮* Social media truths and youth culture 📱FOLLOW TWISTED TRUTHS: 👇▶️ YouTube:https://youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf?si=92KGKV3CBRH2GcGV📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf🎧 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=-7Wu7MqQR7uQ-DGCCTPLmA💼 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/twisted-truths[modern relationships, emotional healing, astrology, tarot, heartbreak, self-growth, real conversations, Twisted Truths]📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

In this episode of Twisted Truths, we sit down with Suraj Juneja — serial entrepreneur, venture builder, investor, and founder of FreeFlow Ventures — to decode the real mindset behind building businesses in today’s fast-moving startup ecosystem. He has also worked with 100+ startups across tech, OTT, and sustainability, and currently mentors 300+ founders through Indian Startup Studio, Pune.This conversation dives deep into how the Indian startup ecosystem has evolved over the last decade — especially post-COVID, and breaks down the real difference between hype and reality in startups.Key takeaway:You don’t need revolutionary tech or massive funding to build a successful startup. What you need is the right timing, the right team, smart capital usage, and strong execution.We discuss:1. What it really takes to build a startup that lasts2. How to validate ideas before scaling (and before raising money)3. The difference between building fast vs building right4. Common mistakes first-time founders make5. The reality of funding — hype vs hard numbers6. How venture builders think differently from solo founders7. Why discipline and execution matter more than motivation8. Mentorship, founder psychology, and long-term vision 9. What investors actually look for in early-stage startups10. ⁠Startup vs legacy business mindset: uncertainty vs efficiency11. ⁠The biggest reasons startups fail: founders trying to do everything themselves12. ⁠AI products vs AI services — where the real opportunity life.If you are one of the following then this episode is for you:* An aspiring entrepreneur* A startup founder at an early stage* A student interested in startups or venture capital* Someone curious about how real businesses are builtFollow Twisted Truths on social media:* YouTube: https://youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf?si=92KGKV3CBRH2GcGV* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=M2FzdXA4am1mYThu* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=-7Wu7MqQR7uQ-DGCCTPLmA Credits:* Produced by: Lal Bhatia* Guest: Suraj Juneja* Host & Creative Director: Joydeep Sen* Content Strategist: Darakshah Sohail * ⁠Content Intern : Trishita Hatai* ⁠Script & Research : Darakshah Sohail* Production Head: Harshit Pandey * Production Assistant : Vishal Khan* Audio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. Samanta* Supporting Video Editing: Rashida Mondal* ⁠Director of Photography : Sayan Mondal* Poster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas🔔 Subscribe for real conversations about:Startups · Founders · Business · Investing · Growth · The Indian Startup Ecosystem

What does it really take to run a 40-year-old creative agency in a world ruled by AI, influencers, freelancers, and fast content?In this candid, no-filter conversation, Rashi opens up about growing up inside a legacy design & advertising business and how she now runs it in a completely different era. From payment delays and agency politics to AI in creativity and why pitching is broken, this episode goes deep into what most agencies never say out loud.We discuss:1. Why legacy agencies struggle in today’s creator-driven world2. How AI is changing creativity (and why human instinct still wins)3. The ugly truth about payment cycles in advertising4. Why Rashi refuses to pitch for clients5. Freelancers vs. full-time creative teams6. How creator IP is becoming more valuable than ads7. Why agencies should be treated as marketing partners, not vendorsThis is not a motivational talk.This is the real economics, politics, and survival playbook of the creative industry in 2026.If you are:1. Running an agency2. Working in design, branding or advertising3. A freelancer or creator building long-term IP4. Or someone stuck in broken client systemsThis episode will hit close to home.🔔 Subscribe for real conversations aboutDesign • Creativity • AI • Agencies • Content • Business • Influence • The Creator Economy👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

In this unfiltered episode of Twisted Truths, we sit down with Indrajit Lahiri, the face and force behind Foodka, to uncover the real story.From the early days of Foodka with Mir to the transition of leadership, Indrajit breaks down why the shift happened, how Foodka evolved from a storytelling-led format to a research-driven, trust-first platform, and why authenticity matters more than money in today’s creator economy.This conversation goes beyond food reviews. We talk about:

• Why Foodka never chased money, only trust
• The real reason Mir stepped away from the platform
• Writing vs video content in food storytelling
• How saturated food blogging has become in India
• Why creators must define their “why”
• ROI, brand collaborations & the harsh reality of influencer marketing
• Biryani debates, city food cultures & Kolkata’s nostalgia-driven restaurants
• Running cloud kitchens, manpower issues & food business realities

A must-watch for creators, food entrepreneurs, marketers, and anyone curious about how real platforms survive without selling out.🎧 Watch till the end for raw insights on food, culture, business, and trust.[Food content creator journey, Indian food influencer reality, creator economy India, food review authenticity, influencer marketing truth, food blogging saturation India, trust vs money creators, food media platform India]

In this powerful podcast conversation, we dive deep into the real truth behind Indian education, family-run businesses, entrepreneurship in Kolkata, and infrastructure delays in India.Our guest shares first-hand insights on why skills matter more than degrees, how foreign universities differ from Indian education, and why many family businesses in Kolkata struggle with generational mindset gaps.We also break down why Indian infrastructure projects get delayed, uncovering the real reasons behind land acquisition issues, outdated laws, and poor planning — not corruption myths.This episode is a must-watch for:✔️ Students confused between degree vs skills✔️ Aspiring entrepreneurs & family business owners✔️ Anyone planning studies abroad✔️ Professionals curious about India’s infrastructure reality🎙️ Topics Covered:1. Indian education vs foreign universities2. Skills over degrees – the harsh truth3. Family business challenges in Kolkata4. New generation mindset shift5. Why Indian roads & projects fail6. Land acquisition & tendering system explained7. MBA value: networking vs real growthIf you’re serious about career clarity, business reality, and real-world learning, this episode will change how you think.👉 Like, Share & Subscribe for more honest conversations on careers, business & society.🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Rijish GangulyHost & Creative Director: Joydeep SenContent Strategist: Harshit PandeyScript & Research: Trisha Deyashi Production Head: Arko SinghAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing: Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas⏱️ Episode Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Education, business & infrastructure realities04:35 – Indian education quality vs global standards04:59 – IITs vs Ivy League: opportunity & funding gap09:24 – Why Ivy League networks matter more than curriculum11:57 – MIT OpenCourseWare & rise of skill-based learning14:00 – Kolkata business mindset: “Babu vs Laala” culture15:23 – Family business conflicts & need for a family constitution17:23 – Why land acquisition delays Indian infrastructure projects17:41 – National Highway Act, 1956 explained18:13 – Arbitration & compensation disputes18:36 – New rule: 90% land acquisition before project start19:48 – India’s highway network growth (60% since 2014)21:42 – IIT-vetted designs failing due to poor supervision26:38 – DPR failures: Google Earth planning vs ground reality32:05 – Is an MBA worth it? Why only Top 5 schools matter34:12 – Blind ranking of top global universities👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

From how TV has evolved instead of dying, to why OTT and TV coexist, to what actually matters in media careers today—this episode breaks myths without sugarcoating.We talk about:Why Gen Z entering the industry today is more aware and seriousWhether laziness is a generation issue or a human issueWhat really makes content work—viewers, advertisers, and businessWhy “comfort zone” is the most dangerous place to beAnd the simple rule to survive pressure: People, Pause, PerspectiveNo motivation talk.No fake optimism.Just how media, careers, and mindset actually work.Watch till the end.🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Vikas SachdevaHost & Creative Director: Joydeep SenContent Strategist: Harshit PandeyScript & Research: Trisha Deyashi Production Head: Darakshah SohailAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing: Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas#indiantelevision #mediaindustry #OTTvsTV #mediacareers #youtubepodcast #genz 0:00 – Introduction1:15 – Is Traditional TV Dead?2:17 – TV vs OTT Audience Divide4:13 – The Evolution of the Attention Economy5:43 – Creativity in Big Media Houses9:08 – Gen Z in the Workplace9:50 – Top 3 Qualities for Candidates11:02 – Interview Strategies13:01 – How a Hit Show Is Made15:32 – Advice for Media Professionals17:14 – Taking Career Risks19:02 – The Three Ps of Mental Health👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

Choosing a college or career in India shouldn’t feel like navigating a maze of branding, cutoffs, hidden quotas, and unrealistic expectations. In this episode, we sit down with Pooja Gupta—career coach, media mentor, and one of India’s most trusted voices for students—to decode the REALITY of Indian education.From media to commerce, journalism to film, and studying abroad to college branding, this is a brutally honest guide for anyone making career decisions in 2025.🎯 What we cover in this episode:* Why niche-focused career coaching matters more than ever * The truth about media careers: journalism, advertising, film & PR * Mumbai vs Delhi for media and commerce education * Why students fall for college brands—and how to avoid that trap * Minority quotas & cutoffs in Mumbai colleges * Media literacy: why every schoolchild now needs it * Studying abroad—dream or financial disaster? * Why skills and personal branding beat degrees in media careers * The infrastructure myth: why most Mumbai colleges aren’t what you expect * Blind ranking of India’s top media colleges (XIC, ACJ, IMC, SIMC & more)🔥 Key Insight:College names may open doors, but your skills, clarity, and consistency decide where you actually go.👇 Comment below:Which matters more today—college brand or personal skillset?If you’re confused between courses or colleges, this episode will save you from making the wrong decision#kantara #twistedtruths #movie #mediarelations #collegemyths #collegereality #collegemyths 00:00 Intro Teaser – Highlights on Mumbai media reality, college fees, and campus myths01:02 Introduction – Host introduces Pooja Gupta (Media Mentor) and the podcast Twisted Truths01:30 Channel Growth – Why she started "Media Mentor" and focusing on a niche03:20 Best Media Colleges (National) – FTII (Film), Xavier's & IIMC (Journalism), Whistling Woods05:52 Top Colleges for Advertising & PR – XIC (Advertising) and SCORE (PR)06:53 Mumbai vs Delhi vs Bangalore – Which city is best for which media career?08:24 Best Commerce Colleges in Mumbai – Mithibai, NM College, and universities (HSNC, Homi Bhabha)10:17 Delhi University vs Mumbai University – Comparing education quality and placements11:51 Self-Financed Courses – Unique courses like BMS, BAF, and BBI14:15 Education Reform – The need for media literacy in schools16:24 Content Creation Degrees – Should it be a separate degree?19:49 Entrance Exams – The problem with MCQ-based testing for creative fields23:13 Overrated Colleges – Ashoka, NMIMS, and Christ University26:08 Brand Obsession – How students choose college brands over courses28:09 Management Quota – Is paying extra for a “seat” worth it?29:04 Minority Quotas – How Catholic and Gujarati quotas work in Mumbai colleges31:12 Studying Abroad – Is it overrated? ROI issues and the “K-Pop” influence33:14 Biggest College Myth – “My life is set if I get into this college”34:00 New Universities – Atlas SkillTech, Rishihood, Vijaybhoomi36:15 No Campus Reality – The shocking truth about Mumbai college infrastructures40:32 Are Media Degrees Irrelevant? – Skills vs Degrees in the industry41:59 Is a Masters/PG Necessary? – When you should (and shouldn’t) do a Masters44:19 Attendance Rules – Mandatory attendance vs lecture quality45:52 Blind Ranking – Ranking top media institutes (IIMC, XIC, ACJ, Jamia)🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Joydeep SenHost & Creative Director: Pooja GuptaContent Strategist: Harshit PandeyScript & Research: Trisha Deyashi Production Head: Darakshah SohailAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing: Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas

The history books lied to us. Was Partition a mistake? Did Gandhi really bring us freedom? And are there secret US nuclear weapons hiding in Pakistan right now?In Episode 89 of Twisted Truths, we sit down with Joydeep Sen for a masterclass on the uncomfortable truths of Indian history and the dark reality of modern geopolitics. We go where mainstream media won't.🔥 In this episode, we expose: 🚫 Why Pakistan is an "idea," not a nation. ☢️ The Kinara Hills Conspiracy: Are US Nuclear Weapons stockpiled in Pakistan? ⚔️ Gandhi vs. Netaji: Who was the true architect of India's independence? 🇧🇩 The dark truth about the Bangladesh Language Movement & 1971 War. 🚩 Is Secularism actually a war against Hindu culture?"History is written by victors, but the truth survives."👇 Drop a comment: Do you think we need to rewrite our history books?⏱️ Video Chapters (Timestamps):00:00 - Operation Sindhur: Loud & Clear Message01:36 - Is India's "Diversity" actually a weakness?03:57 - "Secularism is a War Against Hindu Culture"06:32 - The Truth About Jizya Tax & Mughals in Textbooks11:29 - The Vanishing Hindus of Pakistan & Bangladesh14:24 - "Pakistan is Not a Nation, It's an Idea"18:41 - The Paradigm Shift in India's Defense Policy20:33 - Conspiracy: US Nuclear Weapons in Kinara Hills?22:31 - Gandhi vs. Netaji: Who Actually Brought Freedom?25:27 - Hinduism is a Civilization, Not Just a Religion#TwistedTruths #IndianHistory #Geopolitics #Netaji #Gandhi #Pakistan #OperationSindhur #IndianArmy #PodcastIndia #Unfiltered #Bangladesh1971 #JoydeepSen #NuclearSecrets🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Joydeep SenHost & Creative Director: Joydeep SenContent Strategist: Harshit PandeyScript & Research: Trisha Deyashi Production Head: Arko SinghAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing: Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

This video features a warm, powerful, and eye-opening conversation with Dr. Reema Ranka—women’s health physiotherapist, Lamaze childbirth educator, and pelvic floor expert.Together, we dive into everything today’s parents struggle with: natural delivery or C-section myths, postpartum depression that often goes unnoticed, and the modern fertility challenges created by our lifestyle.#PregnancyTips #PostpartumDepression #IndianMom #ParentingMyths #TwistedTruths #MensMentalHealth #SexEducation👉 Here’s what you’ll take away from this video:• What “natural delivery” or “C-section” actually means—and what’s truly natural for your body• How the Indian adaptation of the Lamaze Method helps reduce fear during pregnancy• Why emotional support and partner involvement change the entire pregnancy journey• How postpartum depression affects both mothers and fathers• The truth behind breastfeeding myths vs real science• How late nights, blue light, and stress affect fertility for men and women• The right age to plan a pregnancy (without pressure or panic)• Egg freezing and how it supports future planning• Why intimacy during pregnancy is safe, natural, and helpful• What unborn babies sense, feel, and respond to in the wombThis conversation is honest and simple and a must-watch for expecting parents, new parents, and anyone planning a family soon.If this helps you, don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE—it helps more families access the right information.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The Biggest Myth: Does Spicy Food Affect Breast Milk?01:47 - What is Lamaze & Childbirth Education?03:09 - Normal Delivery vs C-Section: Which is better?05:46 - Is Postpartum Depression Real? (My Personal Story)07:05 - The Truth About "Ghee & Milk" Diets After Delivery10:30 - Top 3 Foods to Eat Post-Delivery (And What to Avoid)12:53 - Shocking Truth: Men Get Postpartum Depression Too15:13 - When Can You Resume Intimacy After Childbirth?19:08 - WARNING: How Mobile Phones Destroy Fertility22:45 - The "Best Age" to Get Pregnant29:10 - Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy? (Doctor's Advice)🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Dr. Reema RankaHost & Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Harshit Pandey/Trisha DesaiProduction Head: DarakshahAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing: Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas#pregnancy #childbirth #postpartum #fertility #Lamaze #womenshealth👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]

Dive deep into the shocking financial realities of the influencer economy with Maryam Farhat, a leading Indian lifestyle blogger and travel content creator. From being a top Zomato blogger and PR consultant to working as a location manager on Netflix's Indian Matchmaking, Maryam Farhat reveals the untold truths of the industry.In this candid interview, Maryam exposes the major financial setbacks creators face:1. The devastating ₹7.5 Lakh loss resulting from a Schengen visa rejection and potential travel scams.2. The frustrating reality of waiting months for brand payment delays (amounts like ₹65,000), exposing the need for better systems.If you are an aspiring content creator in India, learn Maryam's strategies for maintaining authenticity, fighting back against scripted content, and why she firmly advises against doing content creation for free in a saturated market. Plus, discover the rich cultural traditions of Kashmiri Wazwan cuisine!InfluencerScam #SchengenVisa #TravelNightmare #TwistedTruths #ContentCreator #ScamAlert #podcast 🎥 CREDITSProduced by: Lal BhatiaGuest: Maryam FarhatHost & Creative Director: Joydeep SenCreative Writer & Content Strategist: Harshit PandeyProduction Head: DarakshahAudio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. SamantaSupporting Video Editing : Rashida MondalPoster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy & Kamalika Biswas#MaryamFarhat #CreatorEconomy #PaymentDelays #BrandScams #TravelVlogger #VisaRejection #LostMoney #InfluencerIncome #DigitalCreatorLife #contentcreatorsalary TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The ₹7.5 Lakh Loss (Intro)01:39 - Best Travel Destinations & Experiences05:30 - The Problem with "Barter" & Free Collabs10:30 - The Brand Payment Scam (How I lost ₹65k)12:50—WARNING: Scammers using AI Photos18:30 - 3 Red Flags in Brand Contracts21:30 - Dealing with Hate Comments & Trolls24:20 - The Truth About Kashmiri Wazwan Food26:35 - How My Schengen Visa Rejected Cost Me ₹7.5 Lakhs31:40 - Conclusion & Mental Health👇 Follow Twisted Truths on Socials 👇 🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgf 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgf 🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6qEze2L1XySuiGYdiuWnND?si=57cb956c71714375📩 For collaborations & queries: [email protected]