UNTOLD PODCAST, Episode 160 ft. Chinmoy Bordoloi, Faculty and Co-founder of SPM IAS Academy

In the 160th episode of the Untold Podcast, Chinmoy Bordoloi, faculty and co-founder of SPM IAS Academy, shared his views on Assam’s changing education system, the challenges students face today, and how he moved from engineering to starting his own journey in education.

In this episode, we talked about how SPM IAS Academy came into existence—how it started as a passion project led by a vision to redefine civil service preparation in Assam.

Chinmoy Bordoloi recalled stepping away from a stable engineering career to pursue a more impactful and independent role in shaping young minds.

We talked about the dramatic shift in the education model post-pandemic, when online learning became the new normal, forcing educators and institutions to rethink how knowledge is delivered.

Chinmoy also shared how a society once driven by the craze for doctors and engineers is now witnessing a new wave of obsession with civil services.

He spoke about student’s life, and how it’s important to step out of comfort zones while dealing with everyday distractions.

Furthermore, the episode looked into how social pressure affects student decisions, the changes happening in Assam’s education space and how spiritualism has played a key role in his mental growth and clarity, helping him stay grounded and manage pressure.

Candidly, Chinmoy also openly discussed the marketing strategy of SPM and how the academy focuses on fulfilling the specific needs of its students.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 159 ft. Siddharta Sarma - Popularly known as Actor and Comedian and admired for his humor.A funny yet heartfelt ride with Siddharta Sarma, popularly known as ‘KK’, the comedian who’s been making people laugh a little harder and think a little deeper with every act.This episode dives Siddharta into the quirky corners of his life, from cheeky double-meaning jokes to being an all-nighter, and also exploring the moments that shaped his comedic journey.He opens up about the evolution of Indian comedy, recalling a time 15 years ago when it was raw, unscripted, and all about instinct.In this episode, we talk beyond the laughs where Siddharta gets candid about his journey, the struggle behind the spotlight.From doing theatre to learning dance, he walks us through the grind that shaped his stage presence and performance style.He reflects on the psychology of overthinking, how bad experiences can lead to the best chapters, and why being remembered for a character means more than just being seen on TV.This episode is more than a comedy—it’s about transforming struggles into strength, finding light in the dark, and learning to laugh through life’s toughest moments.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 158 ft Minimi - originally Nilotpal Lahkar - Voice of Nalbari That’s Shaking Up Assam’s Rap Scene.This is a candid and compelling conversation with Minimi - the rapper who has been making some strong voices through Hip-Hop over time.In this episode, Minimi breaks down what rap truly means—beyond the beats and rhymes highlighting its role as a powerful medium to voice social issues. He explains the nuances of rap battles, on-spot freestyling, and how even his rapper attire—caps and sunglasses helps him step into character and feel the vibe of the craft.He also dives into his Nalbari Project, a tribute to his roots, and recounts the infamous B. Barooah incident where he was roughed up for removing his shirt.The conversation also explores public perception of his music, the evolving rap scene in Assam, and the audience contrast between Upper and Lower Assam. We talked about Assam’s unique “rapper diss” scene, the growing graffiti culture and how beatboxing first started gaining ground in Assam.This episode captures the essence of an artist who blends street style with meaningful storytelling, offering both entertainment and reflection through his words.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 157 ft. Dr Anil Saikia is back to the Podcast after almost a year.In this episode, we find out the details about the seven-days 'parampara' of Bohag Bihu in Assam. There are varieties of analogies given to narrate about the seven-days celebration of Bohag Bihu in Assam.With the abundance of knowledge and research conducted by Dr Anil Saikia, we try to find out the most common celebrations across different communities in Assam.An Educationalist and a Researcher on Folk Music & Culture of Assam, Dr Anil Saikia is a hub of knowledge, especially when it comes to the Assamese Culture & Tradition. Beyond just the first seven-days of Bohag, we also dive deep into the heritage of the much-beloved and celebrated culture of Assam - Bihu.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 156 ft. Lakhinandan Lahon - a Flutist from Assam, known for his melodious sound with the instrument.A popular name among the Musicians of India, Lakhinandan Lahon has struggled his way to learn the various sounds of flute and has reflected that upon his musical pieces over the time.Lakhinandan, who has been working with renowned singers like Sonu Nigam, Mohit Chauhan, has come back to Assam - to create a team of musicians under the name 'Classy Folk' - reflecting upon the various types of Folk Assamese Instruments and Music.In this episode, we talk about the various indigenous, traditional folk musics of Assam and Northeast, trying various types of flutes from across the world, hearing and understanding its music.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 155 ft. Dicom Pathak, a young Assamese who has led his company to create first Assamese-based Language Model (LLM) - like ChatGPT - that can think, answer in Assamese language.Navdyut A.I Research & Tech Labs is on a mission to redefine artificial intelligence by making it deeply inclusive and truly local. Born in October 2022, Navdyut emerged from a bold vision: to empower communities across India—starting with the Northeast—through culturally-rooted, linguistically-aware AI.Led by CEO Dicom Pathak, CTO Shiva Bhattacharjya, and an inspired team of co-founders and researchers, Navdyut is shaping a future where no culture is left behind in the digital age.In this episode, we talk about how the society is being driven with the power of Artificial Intelligence, how can it be impactful to make a practical change.With the availability of 'ChatGPT', 'DeepSeek' or 'Grok', India has been lacking to innovate its own LLM. However, soon after the Assamese language was given the stature as a 'Classical Language' of India, Navdyut becomes the first-such model to think and innovate in the Assamese language.We decode about this model, trying our hands on it for the first-time.*****🔴 Visit & try this Chatbot: https://chat.navdyut.com

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 154 ft. Kalpana Patowary - a celebrated Assamese folk artist and renowned Bhojpuri singer, embodies the soul of Indian folk music with her powerful voice and versatile talent.In this episode, we talk about Kalpana's strange real-life experiences, diving deep into the industry-driven work, breaking the barriers through understanding the desires of life and many.Hailing from Sorbhog in Assam’s Barpeta district, she was born into a musical legacy, nurtured by her father, Bipin Nath Patowary, a distinguished folk singer.From the tender age of four, Kalpana took to the stage, blending the rich traditions of Kamrupiya and Goalporiya folk music with her innate passion. Trained as a Sangeet Visharad in Hindustani Classical Music from Bhatkhande Music Institute University, Lucknow, she has transcended regional boundaries, earning the title “Bhojpuri Queen” for her groundbreaking contributions to Bhojpuri music.With a repertoire spanning over 32 languages, including Assamese, Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali, Kalpana has redefined folk artistry, bringing age-old traditions like Khadi Birha and Chhaprahiya Purvi to global audiences.There's life and there's a way to live it. We talk about that, on the Podcast.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 153 ft. Shankuraj Konwar - and the stories behind their Coke Studio Bharat song!In this episode, we talk about the Assamese Folk Music, the culture and the scene around. Assam's deep-rooted culture has essence in every sense. It narrates stories that are often not discovered.Holo Lolo is a soulful collaboration featuring Assamese artist Shankuraj Konwar and Bollywood singer Shalmali Kholgade. Composed by Konwar, the song reimagines a traditional elephant-taming melody from Assam’s Moran community, originally crafted by legendary trainer Sarat Moran.This fusion masterpiece blends authentic Assamese folk elements with modern electronic beats, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of the region on a national stage.Amidst all the debate about artists, culture - this episode will define what an artist looks to create - in the eyes of Shankuraj.Assamese folk music, deeply rooted in the state’s diverse ethnic communities, is known for its rhythmic vitality and storytelling. Instruments like the toka, gogona, and siphung—featured prominently in Holo Lolo—bring a distinctive flavor, reflecting the Moran community’s historical bond with nature and elephants.This is Shankuraj Konwar's second episode on the Untold Podcast.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode-152 ft. Rajveer - a voice you must listen to.Rajveer's music is one of them, which you may have heard lately, but fail to recall who sang it. Unfortunately, that's the state of Good Music here. [Most of the times]This is Rajveer's First-ever Podcast - based in Kolkata, born and brought up from Assam, he decided to leave his home, family back in Assam to shift and pursue his zeal for Music.Rajveer's songs have a story in depth, a story that resonates to real-life incidents, which tells you about not the 'larger' than life pictures, but the reality. His songs have the pain, sorrow and also the hardship of the common people.In this episode, which also happens to be our longest episode in this channel, we have spoken about a lot many things. From cremation ground and its experiences to decoding the idea of staying alone yet not feeling lonely.Rajveer also performs three of his popular songs LIVE on the Untold Studios.

UNTOLD Podcast, Episode - 151 ft. Dr Jay Deep Ghosh, Specialist in Spinal Surgery and Specialist in Orthopaedic.Dr. Jay Deep Ghosh is a highly experienced specialist in orthopaedic and spinal surgery, with over 22 years of practice and having performed more than 21,000 surgeries.He practices at Apollo International Hospitals, located at Lotus Tower, GS Road, Christian Basti, Guwahati, Assam 781005, where he is available from Monday to Saturday between 2 PM and 6 PM in Room No. 113 on the 1st floor. His contact details: +91 86382-96624.Dr. Ghosh's academic credentials are impressive, starting with his MBBS degree. He furthered his expertise with an MS in Orthopedics, followed by a DNB in Orthopedics from Delhi.His specialized training includes AO Spine Surgery from Kolkata, FNB in Spine Surgery from Delhi, and a Diploma in SICOT from Hyderabad. Additionally, Dr. Ghosh has enriched his knowledge with fellowships in spine surgery from New York and clinical spine surgery in the USA, and he holds a Global Diploma in Spine Surgery.This extensive educational background underlines his commitment to excellence in his field.In this episode, we speak about the daily habits and behaviours that can led to severe Spine-related issues. How to solve them? We uncover in this episode.