chumma conversations with satshyaa (Satshyaa)

Krish Ashok, author of "Masala Lab: The Science of Indian Cooking", is no stranger to controversy, considering he busts myths about a very sensitive topic - food. In this episode we talk about his childhood, how he met his wife, his time as a semi-professional musician and how life has changed ever since he started going viral on Instagram. Krish shares great tips on how to stay grounded, how to maximise your productivity and also shares a small peek into an exciting upcoming project.

You can buy "Masala Lab" here: https://amzn.to/43Iqj1Y

Krish’s social channels:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_masalalab/

Blog: https://krishashok.me/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/krishashok

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@krishashok

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

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This episode was recorded in August 2023. Avanti Nagral is the true epitome of a multi-hyphenate. The singer-content creator-activist juggles several fields with ease, in her trademark soft-spoken manner. There are a lot of things she’s known for - her dual degree from Harvard and Berkelee, her music which addresses themes of consent, individuality and equality and, as a by-product of having an online presence, her break-up. For a few months in 2022, the video where she spoke about her breakup dominated online discourse, spawning memes, jokes and roasts. Avanti however, refuses to be defined by online chatter, and has set her eyes on defining herself by her work. In this episode, we speak about her early years in the US, shifting to India, the time she almost got arrested, how she juggled dual degrees, why she spoke up about her breakup and how she handled the aftermath. This episode was recorded in August 2023. You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast Avanti’s Social pages: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/avantinagral/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnU9c8lf6Cvfz8VkD4fxbVQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avantinagral?originalSubdomain=in You can reach me at: Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pspratham777/ Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Nirmal Pillai aka @mahlyf_mahrulez exploded onto the content creation scene in India in 2021 with his hilariously relatable videos, made in his unique visual style. Going from being internet friends to real-life friends, I've come to know Nirmal to be one of the NICEST people you'll ever meet,  but through this conversation, was also in awe of the depth of his creative ambition & vision. 

In this episode, we talk about his love for UX design, summer vacations in Kerala, his worst standup comedy show experience, the story behind making a short film in class 9, and what it’s like meeting your idols in real life. So, sit back, grab some coffee, relax and enjoy the world of Chumma Conversations. 

You can catch more of Nirmal's work here: @mahlyf_mahrulez and his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NirmalPillaiOriginal

You can follow me on: @satshyaa / @chummaconversations on Instagram 

This week's Voice of Anchor Challenge had us working together in teams for the first time, and it was such a wonderful way to connect with like-minded podcasters from across India. We took up the team theme of "Nostalgia" and I have my very lovely teammates sharing the words that evoke strong emotions in their mother tongues and it was so nice to hear words from different languages like Punjabi, Tamil, Gujarati and Sanskrit. I added in my two cents on my favourite words in Malayalam and Kannada. 

Do check out my teammates podcasts here: 

Anudeep, What’s On My Plate: https://anchor.fm/anudeep-badyal

Sindhu, Hello Healthy Skin: https://anchor.fm/sindhu-vinod-narayan1

Dipesh, Dipesh Talks: https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFlMEzyjOixJLZ1DQU6Jn

Neerja, Pet Puja: https://anchor.fm/bhatnagar-ann/episodes/All-About-Bread-e1ea1ut

I hope you liked it, as always, feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

Eshna Kutty went viral, like REALLY viral in 2020 after she posted a video of her hula hooping wearing a saree & sneakers, to the tune of "Genda Phool". Although she's now popularly recognised as "that hula hoop girl", trust me, there's much more to her than that. She's grounded, self-aware and has an insatiable curiousity for trying something new. In this episode we talk about how she dealt with going mega viral, how she learnt hula hooping in her bedroom by watching YouTube videos and also, a big bonus for you guys - she shares her recipe on how to make the perfect cup of chai.

You can check out Eshna’s social channels here: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/eshnakutty/?hl=en⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@EshnaKutty01⁠

Website: https://hoopflo.com/

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ or on Instagram at: Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/ Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

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Mohammed Hussain is an upcoming standup comedian and writer, and a friend of mine since class 12. In this episode, we talk about what it takes to become a standup comedian in India, the journey of writing a joke, being married at 24 and also some hilarious insider stories about the comedy scene in India.

You can check out his work here:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Officiallysane

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officiallysane/?hl=en

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

when raj shamani said, 'your first episode is going to be terrible', that really gave me the confidence (im serious!) to turn my voice recorder on on my phone and just talk, raw & unfiltered. On this episode, I talk about THAT session, what to expect from future episodes, and also a little heart-to-heart on how social media changed me as i went from being a consumer to a content creator, both the good & the bad and give you a peek at what's happening At The Core (ATC). 

See u on Instagram at @satshyaa :)

Anmol Jamwal also known as @jammypants4 or jammy pants, is the face of the popular Tried & Refused Productions YouTube channel and his new-age film reviews earn him fans & critics across the internet. In this episode we talk about his journey from being a choreographer & dancer, to the early years of TRP, to now how he preps for interviews with some of the biggest stars across the world. We also talk about movie critic cliques, when PR companies tried to blacklist him and why he started exploring Malayalam & Tamil cinema in 2019. I hope you enjoy this chumma conversation :)

Anmol's Socials:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TriedRefusedProductionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jammypants4/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jammypants4

You can reach me at: Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pixis.media/ Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

It feels soooo great to be back after a break! I’ve missed podcasting and I’m so excited for you to listen to your favourite creators open up on chumma conversations. Make sure you click on follow/subscribe so you get notified every time there’s a new episode (out every Wednesday morning) :)

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

My socials:

Instagram: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

YouTube: @SatshyaTharien / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Zcxlguub-qHvkZ1pD5YfQ

Website: https://satshyatharien.com/

A brief introduction to Uttarakhand & Dehradun by my friend Abhijeet Bhatt, as part of my ‘Diversity Day’ miniseries as part of this week’s Voice of Anchor challenge. We discuss Uttarakhand's culture, unique cuisines, things to do in Dehradun and also learn a sentence in Garhwali!

Abhijeet also does a lot of comedy and makes memes on his Instagram page, @bhatt_whyy - check him out!

This episode is part of my ‘Diversity Day’ five-part mini-series as part of the Voice of Anchor Republic Day challenge. (yes, it's totally a reference to The Office, hehe)

You can share your thoughts/feedback on this episode via email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

Shweta Vijay Nair is popularly known for her blunt & no-nonsense beauty & skincare reviews. But apart from that, there is intense online scrutiny around the former Miss India Earth winner’s personal life. In this episode we talk about Shweta’s experience as a Malayali growing up in Dubai, the harsh reality of beauty pageants, why people keep speculating about her husband and why she won’t do family/mommy vlogs. She also reveals an exciting upcoming venture, so stay tuned for that

Shweta’s social pages: 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShwetaVijay

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetavijaynair/

Shweta’s recommendations: https://linktr.ee/shwetavj

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

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Ivana Perkovic is often known as "the Dutch girl who moved to India". But there has to be more to that one line, right? Turns out Ivana has very interesting stories from combating bullies & navigating tough kids in the Netherlands, to quitting her job to travel the world and how a chance encounter with a Hindi movie at her Indian friend's house changed the course of her life. In this episode we also talk about why she's kept her relationship so secretive on social media, how life is like for her as a foreigner in Bangalore and the famous "Dutch Chai" incident.

Ivana's social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelvlogiv/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TravelVlogIv

Website: https://www.ivanaperkovic.com/

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

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hi all! This week's Voice of Anchor team challenge, saw me in Team Alpha and together we brainstormed themes to talk about. 

In this episode, you’ll get to hear from some very talented people, talking about mistakes they made as a podcaster. If you’re someone who’s thinking about starting a podcast, or someone who enjoys listening to podcasts, this would give you rare & raw insights into what goes into making a podcast. First you’ll hear from my talented teammates who specialise in different niches of content and I will also be sharing my story on the mistakes I made - and there are plenty! So sit back and take notes, if you’d like, and here’s mistakes we made in our podcasting journey

Tushar's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6iKcink0TFCE91r9nzApbZ?si=QYbx0bBMTq-obBk-bPaEng

Dr Amrita's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2FRGz8PSzJt7wg0q1MrE1t?si=3KWPjujJQ4ivkT-7lyJjRg&utm_source=copy-link

Rupal's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/721WKb9PQRhPLFFPOjQ7BO?si=kDC7K3_1RSGHOIWg2NiV9A&utm_source=copy-link

email: chummaconversationspod@gmail.com

IG: @satshyaa

and finally... to the piece de resistance - how to make the perfect cup of filter coffee. this was a method taught by my mother's friend who we visited in coorg. do let me know if you ever try it out! 

this was made as part of Voice of Anchor's weekly challenge, which this week was to create a five-part researched episode with one episode featuring ASMR.  As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

Known simply as @bunshah , Bunshah’s satirical take on Parsis and other communities in India covers serious topics like political, social and cultural commentary in the most un-serious of ways. His loyal fans enjoy his irreverent humour, oversized bindis and effusive rants on new flavours of potato chips. In this episode we talk about his school days, what keeps him motivated to create content, his pokemon collection, why he keeps his relationship private, his not-so-private friendship with popular content creator Ranveer Allahabadia aka BeerBiceps and how he manages to create a niche for himself while also not drawing himself into a box 

This episode was recorded in October 2023

You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Zervaan’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunshah/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bunshahsofficialpage618

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

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Shaziya Ashraf, better known as @thatanimemom on social media is instantly recognisable from her fiery red hair, her stunning cosplay transformations and her hilarious rants on brown parents. She’s also a former dentist, the mother to a young daughter and one of the most popular content creators in Dubai. In this episode we talk about her growing up in Dubai, college life in Mangalore and how she balances life as a anime-loving cosplayer, mother & wife. 

You can check out Shaziya’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatanimemom/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatanimemom

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shaziya290

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

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Most people know Shreyaa Kapoor as that girl who simplifies finance simple through her clearly explained reels and comedy skits. But after this conversation, I know Shreyaa as a young creator who's grounded when it comes to money & her values, passionate about travelling & idlis and has navigated the ups and downs of the freelancing world with spunk & resourcefulness. In this episode we talk about what her college life was like, how she dealt with quitting her high-paying management consultancy job to take on the risky world of freelancing, discovering content creation and learning how to stand out even when her videos were being copied by other creators.

You can check out Shreyaa’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreyaakapoor_/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/shreyaa-kapoor-95a359105

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHD_SrzClVq4dV5rQKcwhZg

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

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As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Ankita Chawla, aka @hustlerani on Instagram, talks how she built the viral @hireankitachawla interactive resume in her hostel room at 3 am (that eventually landed her a job at a Big 4 company) what life after going viral was like, and also shares the process & tips behind creating some of her most successful & creative reels.

Ankita Chawla is a marketing consultant, content creator and a digital illustrator. Her workshops can be found at: https://creator.tagmango.com/ankita/

Satshya, who does the annoying 'la la la' at the beginning and hosts this podcast, can be found at @satshyaa

Shibani Bedi has done what few content creators have successfully been able to do - successfully make the switch from content creation to the big-screen. From her role in the film “Thank you for Coming” and other web series, to creating memorable online characters like “Gurgaon Wali Bhua” and “Preenka ki Mummy” - Shibani has honed her skills in writing and acting and is hungry for more. In this episode we talk about her time as a journalist with NDTV, her college years, the story behind the Preenka ki Parents series, whether being a content creator has hindered or benefitted her acting career and she shares advice for those trying to make it into Bollywood, in her trademark straight forward and hilarious style. 

This episode was filmed in December 2023.

You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Shibani’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shibani_bedi/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk___0Lq6sU

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

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This week’s challenge was to take your listeners through an experience - and since I spend 99.9% of my time at home, I thought why not take you out with me during my rare outing outside - this time was a visit to the Kadri Park in Mangalore to meet an old friend of mine. I envisioned an ASMR-style version and played around with audio levelling and mixing a bit to hopefully give you that experience. As always, any feedback is highly appreciated. You can reach me at either @chummaconversations or my main page @satshyaa

thanks for listening, cheers!

have you ever wondered about the differences between arabica & robusta beans? or even a macchiato and a cortado? this episode delves deep into what makes a coffee unique and will arm you for your next trip to a high-fi cafe :)

this was made as part of Voice of Anchor's weekly challenge, which this week was to create a five-part researched episode with one episode featuring ASMR.

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

Reshi Magada is a 20-year-old finance content creator who saw a massive surge in his following, gaining 100k followers in just 6 months and now has over 350k followers on Instagram. His IP ‘Lets ROB’ is a series I personally enjoy because it gives consumers great tips on how to maximise on the fine print of brand offers. This podcast was recorded on the first time I met Reshi in Mangalore, which is incidentally his hometown too. Though it was our first meet, the conversation flowed so well and we talked about so many things - from how his parents convinced him to try content creation, what compelled him to quit engineering college and how he plans to build out a content empire around finance literacy. Listen in.

You can check out Reshi's social channels here:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDwy-b11WsYAfxErsDXi2Lg/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reshionbusiness/

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

Before moving to Delhi, I only knew about it from meme videos and parody ones - "Jaanta mera baap kaun hain", guns and big, fat Indian weddings. But there's soooo much more to Delhi than that. In this episode, I speak to Akash Narang, who's a Punjabi who has lived in Delhi all his life. We talk about Delhi's hidden gems, food you HAVE to have, misconceptions people have about Delhi and also learn some sentences in Punjabi!

This episode is part of my ‘Diversity Day’ five-part mini-series as part of the Voice of Anchor Republic Day challenge. (yes, it's totally a reference to The Office, hehe)

You can share your thoughts/feedback on this episode via email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

how were coffee beans first discovered? and how did it make its way from africa to the middle east and finally all over the world. what was the controversy about coffee that even got the Pope involved. All that & more answered in this episode

this was made as part of Voice of Anchor's weekly challenge, which this week was to create a five-part researched episode with one episode featuring ASMR.

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

It’s taken me a year to be ok with sharing this story and how I felt about it and how it affected me. To people affected by stalking, or trying to fight a scary situation - there are people who will help you out - you are not alone and you don’t have to feel stuck in a hopeless situation and manipulated by anyone’s threats. You’re going to be ok, I promise :)

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa /https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

See you next week

Love,

S

Saumya Sahni aka @mrsholmes221’s witty take on feminism, politics and society are a treat to watch. Her sharp writing, coupled with humorous jabs and on-camera ease that makes you feel like she’s talking directly to you, the viewer, has made her a fan favourite online. In this episode we talk about her influences, rebelling from a young age growing up in a small city, her shift from a marketing job to becoming a full-time content creator, her parents’ reaction to her content, family drama and the story behind her unique username hehe 

This episode was filmed in December 2023.

You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Saumya’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsholmes221b/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrsholmes221

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

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0:00-1:06 Intro

1:07-3:55 Hair colour impact 

3:56-8:23 Childhood 

8:24-11:10 The Mumbai move 

11:11-14:48 Becoming a content creator 

14:49-19:00 Story behind the handle

19:01-23:48 Should you become a full-time content creator? 

23:49-30:58 Fighting burnout 

30:59-42:00 bigger creators copying her work

42:00-47:48 he scripting process 

47:49-54:00 problematic couple reels 

54:00-1:05:30 Getting sexually harassed online

1:05:31-1:13:36 Audience Q&A

I talk about how I grew my Instagram, the stalker incident and its impact, why I’m glad my sister yelled at me, reading out angry rants from my journal, meeting talented creators in Chennai for a Netflix shoot and all the other highs & lows of 2021.

if you liked this episode, please be sure to hit the 'follow' button and you can find more of my work on my socials here below. Thanks for listening!

Instagram: @satshyaa

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SatshyaTharien

Naomi Dsouza is famously known as the ‘Dessert Queen of Dubai’. What started off as a hobby in college to find interesting places to eat in Dubai, has now spawned a digital content empire with a popular food & lifestyle Instagram page, a website that’s rated in the top 30 sites in the UAE, and now, a digital agency. On this episode, Naomi and I talk about the other side of content creation - what REALLY happens during a staycation, how to keep things private when being public is part of your job, what is was like being a part of a reality show and of course, we dive deeper into our special connection that dates back many years. Grab a coffee or some snacks or even some laundry to fold, and settle in to another Chumma conversation

IG: @chummaconversations

Naomi's IG: @naomi_dsouza

Naomi's website: https://naomidsouza.com/

Yushika Jolly has clearly divided the internet. Some people know her as “the girl who owns the hair colouring company” and others as “that arrogant girl who insulted Shark Tank judges”. Regardless of how you view it, the fact is that Yushika is a maverick 26-year-old founder of a thriving business that is adored by India’s GenZ, Birds of Paradyes - who also secured funding from 2 of India’s top CEOs. In this episode we talk about the controversial Shark Tank episode, how she got into colouring hair, her Tinder-match-turned-marriage and tips on starting your own business. Enjoy :) 

Watch the full video version here: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Yushika’s social pages: 

Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/yushikajolly/

Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/birdsofparadyes/

Website: https://www.birdsofparadyes.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@birdsofparadyes

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

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Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

This episode was filmed in October 2023

Sarah Sarosh is a trailblazing content creator in more ways than one. With over 1.45 million subscribers on YouTube, a rapidly growing instant coffee company and high-profile beauty collaborations, Sarah is known for her non-stop hustle and ambition to make things bigger and better. Her straight-talking nature wins her fans and critics alike, debating over her choices be it on food, religious identity or how one should spend one’s money. In this free-wheeling conversation, we discuss how Sarah handles the barrage of hate, tips for running a small business and how to state your worth as a beauty creator   

You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Sarah’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsaroshh

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahsarosh

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

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Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Tripura - a state many Indians are aware of, but not too familiar with. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to understand the state, its culture, cuisine and more with Shinjini Devbarman, who is a former colleague of mine (and a work rockstar, might I add). Bonus, you also learn a few phrases in Kokborok, one of the native languages of Tripura.

This episode is part of my ‘Diversity Day’ five-part mini-series as part of the Voice of Anchor Republic Day challenge. (yes, it's totally a reference to The Office, hehe)

You can share your thoughts/feedback on this episode via email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

I met Aditya in college in Chennai and he is the quintessential Chennai boy, and the perfect person to give you a brief overview about the city and Tamil culture. In this episode, we talk about what makes Chennai special, the amazing food you can thulp, what people tend to misunderstand about Tamil Nadu and also learn a fun (and useful) sentence in Tamil!

This episode is part of my ‘Diversity Day’ five-part mini-series as part of the Voice of Anchor Republic Day challenge. (yes, it's totally a reference to The Office, hehe)

You can share your thoughts/feedback on this episode via email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

Kareema Barry is known for her witty portrayals of “Rich Mom”, “Convent SchoolGirl” and other observational comedy gems. From creating content in her sister’s apartment in Gurgaon during the pandemic, to acting on Netflix shows, Kareema’s career is on an exciting trajectory. But underneath that qUiRkY girl persona online, is an introspective mind which loves debating, writing and figuring out life. In this episode we talk about her childhood in Kolkata, the culture shock of moving to Delhi & studying at a top DU college and what it’s like dating as a public figure. ou can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Kareema’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kareemabarry/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KareemaBarry27

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kareemabarry

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

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this episode took me on a JOURNEY down memory lane - and these are things I wish I knew when I was younger. When you find your people, hold them tight (: 

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:
Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/
Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Kishen Das is an actor, content creator, podcaster and web content host. From creating Tamil movie review videos on YouTube 6 years ago, to hosting a Netflix YouTube series and building his own page as a content creator - he’s seen the ebbs & flows of the content creator world.

He’s also one of the few content creators who has been able to successfully transcend the social media space to cinema. He plays the lead role in the 2022 Tamil movie, Mudhal Nee Mudivum Nee which made waves for its heartfelt portrayal of young love.

In this episode, we talk about the moment he discovered his love for the stage in class 5, what goes on behind the scenes of celebrity interviews, why people warned him about his Instagram content and of course, THAT scene in the film. So grab a drink and settle in, let’s have a chumma conversation.

You can check out Kishen's social channels here:

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5InRfq7WYof9gbejIrpUag

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kishendas/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuxZyUMvZCIVx6fV0omnssQ

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

coffee - we all love it, but do we really know much about it? here's episode one of the coffee miniseries: the origins of coffee. how is coffee made? where does it come from? what goes into making the perfect roast? all that and more answered in this introductory episode. 

this was made as part of Voice of Anchor's weekly challenge, which this week was to create a five-part researched episode with one episode featuring ASMR.

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

Sharan Nair is known for his wild YouTube videos where as he puts it, "crazy s*** happens". But behind the chaotic Logan Paul-esque persona is someone who is laser-focused on becoming the biggest YouTuber in the world. On this episode we talk about Sharan's life growing up in Russia, why he dropped out of college (twice), his big move to Dubai and of course, the story behind "Loco Raju".

You can check out Sharan’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesharannair/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesharannair

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pspratham777/?hl=en

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

having just gone by the mushy onslaught that was Valentine's Day and also binge-watching Love Is Blind Season 2, it got me thinking a lot about love, how we perceive it and how that has changed as we've gone from kids, to teenagers to adults. it's crazy how much pop culture and the zeitgeist has changed how we look at something as ancient/eternal like love. Do you agree? Do you disagree? Let me know!

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

I first came across Siddhaarth Aalambayan after his in-car interview series, The Bombay Journey, showed up in my explore feed. And his relaxed ease around celebrities stems from his experience of being a child actor, playing Nandita Das’ son in the 2000 film, Hari Bhari. Since then he’s gone to work as a director, producer and host (we also have a work connection going back a few years!). In this episode we talk about the process behind creating and filming The Bombay Journey, branded content and how to pitch your dream TV show.

You can check out Siddhaarth’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorytellerindia/?hl=en

The Bombay Journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDZ7GJJqLtU&list=PLiXN2WsxiElahbvD_GwYgX-xuVOVZVT6P

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pspratham777/?hl=en

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Season 2 of Chumma Conversations is starting off with a boom shaka laka! That’s right - you’ll spot me on Spotify India’s podcast RADAR playlist (send me screenshots if you see it!) - so exciting!! Thank you all for listening & supporting

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa /https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

See you next week

Love,

S

A lovely introduction to West Bengal & the beautiful city of Kolkata by my friend Bidisha Sarkhel. In this episode we talk about beautiful sights across West Bengal, the delicious street food options and of course, learn a sentence in Bengali!

This episode is part of my ‘Diversity Day’ five-part mini-series as part of the Voice of Anchor Republic Day challenge. (yes, it's totally a reference to The Office, hehe)

You can share your thoughts/feedback on this episode via email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

coorg was gorgeous and as a coffee lover, it was paradise. in this episode I take you through Coorg a bit, and you get to experience its sights and sounds - and bonus, get a live demonstration of how to brew a cup of V60 coffee - which I tried for the first time! 

this was made as part of Voice of Anchor's weekly challenge, which this week was to create a five-part researched episode with one episode featuring ASMR.

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

In this episode, I speak to Nagma Nasser, popularly known as ThatMalluChick on Instagram. She’s known for her incredible moves, hilarious comic timing and also, for her striking resemblance to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu. But there’s more to Nagma than that. In this episode, you’ll hear from her about what it was like moving from Dubai to study in India, her thoughts on joining the film industry and pagaent world, the consequences of taking a stand online, what made she quit social media altogether in between, what changed when she made her comeback and dealing with creepy comments on social media. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back and relax and I hope you enjoy this Chumma conversation

I’d love to know what you thought about this episode - you can send your feedback on my Instagram DMs (@chummaconversations) or email them at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening (:

Our social handles:
Satshya IG: @satshyaa
Nagma IG: @thatmalluchcik

Arun Singh, aka @thejhumroo is a journalist & content creator. He’s best known for embodying Indian uncles, decoding Punjabi culture and talking his followers through his dual role as a journalist and internet entertainer. In this episode we talk about how he hustled his way to a radio job at age 18, did a stint at the Home Shopping channel and eventually found his way to our Instagram home pages. We also talk about what content creators need to watch out for, how to manage public perception and what it’s like for our parents.

Enjoy this chumma conversation :)

You can check out Arun’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejhumroo/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJhumroo

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Kavya Karnatac aka @kk.create is on a mission to make geography fun for GenZ and she does it with a delightful passion that is infectious to her nearly 1 million followers. From being an overachieving head girl to spending 2 months in a slump of just watching YouTube videos & drinking, Kavya has seen the highs & lows of life and content creation. In this episode we talk about her years growing up in Delhi, landing a job at Nutshell India, fighting burnout, getting 50k followers in 1 day, and now heading her own team as a full-time content creator. I hope you enjoy this Chumma Conversation :)

This episode was filmed in August 2023 Kavya’s socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kk.create/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kk.create.original You can reach me at: Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pixis.media/ Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Prapti Elizabeth is a writer, actor and content creator who shot to fame for her "Malayali Mother" series. She's known for her quick wit, satirical takes on society and for being outspoken on social media. In this episode we talk about what it was like for her growing up as a Malayali in Delhi, how her idea of love has changed over the years, her college years and early professional life and of course, how she navigates the tricky world of tackling sensitive subjects with sarcasm and also handling hate with finesse. 

You can check out Prapti’s social channels here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prapti.elizabeth/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@praptielizabeth

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:
Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/
Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

I speak about my family, how they impacted my life, what realisations i had about my family after meeting other people and coming to terms with that. i recorded this during my christmas break, sitting in the town i was born in, in Tamil Nadu, so you could *kind of* hear the ambience and get a sense of what it was like spending summers there. if you liked this episode, please be sure to hit the 'follow' button and you can find more of my work on my socials here below. Thanks for listening!

Instagram: @satshyaa

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SatshyaTharien

Vagmita Singh, better known by her stage name That Indian Chick, and affectionately called “Jiji” by her followers is a remarkable powerhouse of sharp comedy writing with a keen eye for human behaviour. Since launching her YouTube channel in 2014, she’s come a long way in the content creation world, branching out to short-form content, long-form content and even starring in music videos and now, a reality show on Netflix. Apart from being a content creator, she also works as a screenwriter, and we talk about that side of her life, her experience expanding from YouTube to Instagram, the impact her English literature degree had on her content, and why she finally decided to reveal her real name to the internet. So grab a snack, a cup of coffee and sit back and relax as we begin the Jiji episode of Chumma Conversations.

You can check out Vagmita's social channels here:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ThatIndianChick

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatindianchick_/

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

Aanam Chasmawallah, or Aanam C as she’s better known online, is among India’s earliest bloggers. And also the best suited to talk about how she’s adapted to the changing social media landscapes for over 10 years. From penning long-form posts & photos on her blog What When Wear, to adapting to YouTube vlogs and now to short-form video content on Instagram & YouTube, Aanam has successfully reinvented herself time & time again. Her biggest creative pursuit yet - her homegrown award-winning beauty brand Wearified, where Aanam combines both her entrepreneurial and creative sides to create products that her audience and many others love. 

In this episode we talk about her early days, her content strategy, handling hate comments and tips on building your own personal brand and cosmetic company 

This podcast was filmed in March 2024 

You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Aanam’s Social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aanamc/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjQUiJX7ZGFMOqK7oJlEwvg

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pixis.media/

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

ankita chawla aka @hustlerani talks about what her childhood was like, what it's like being a woman on the internet, and what sparked her love for mean girls & the office. 

Ankita Chawla is a marketing consultant, content creator and a digital illustrator. Her workshops can be found at: https://creator.tagmango.com/ankita/

Satshya, who does the annoying 'la la la' at the beginning and hosts this podcast, can be found at @satshyaa

Vividh aka @thekurtaguy is known on social media for his colourful Kurtas, his gleeful humour and his unique take on dosas, filling water bottles and whacky content ideas

In this episode, we talk about his love for Kurtas, how he dealt with his Instagram account getting suspended and why he likes to be so regionally ambiguous online.

We also talk about the future of content creation, building your own personal brand and how to start from scratch - if you’re a budding content creator or looking to start something of your own, definitely do give this episode a listen.

You can check out Vividh’s social channels here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekurtaguy/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKurtaGuy

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on
Instagram at: Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/
Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Sai Sethu has had an interesting journey from being a mechanical engineer to a journalist to now a full-time content creator & global educator at Nas Academy. Fun fact, we also went to college together! (So we share some inside stories heheheheh). In this episode we talk about childhood bullying, why he chose to switch from engineering to journalism, the “Reality” of journalism and what one change made him go viral on social media. Sai also announces a brand new venture (it’s v exciting!!). You can watch the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Sai’s social pages: 

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ontheground.with.sai/⁠

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVoWAuo46kEvw-CgXLHRPyw

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/satshyatharien

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pixis.media/

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Taleha Khan was crowned India’s first Voice of Anchor, which was a podcast competition for Indian podcasters. She is also a full-time Software Engineer and a part-time RJ at All India Radio. She has FIVE podcasts and I know you’re thinking, HOW does she do all of that? That’s exactly what we talk about - how she started podcasting in 2012 when it wasn’t even a thing, her jugaadu tips for podcasting without fancy equipment and great advice on what to do if you want to start and sustain your own podcast. 

Taleha's IG page: https://www.instagram.com/talesbytalz/
IT se Life Tak podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vhRrOLdmHBJIhPmVnTfEd
Tales By RJ Talz podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4nWepIFeRvQLST4G2nFoJE

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

Macwin Ian Dsouza also known Macmacha on Instagram, is no stranger to the camera. Having studied performing arts and been a dance instructor & choreographer, Macwin spent time as an actor, model and in the ad production world before he burst onto the Instagram scene with his hilarious reels on Bangalorean life & culture. In today’s Chumma conversation, we met up for lunch in Bengaluru and spoke about everything from how he plans out his content strategy to why Macwin will not dance on social media and his dating life and the real identity of Shalini. So sit back, grab some snacks and I hope you enjoy this chumma conversation

You can check out Macwin's social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macmacha/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MacMacha

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/

As part of the Voice of Anchor weekly challenge, I had to create a podcast episode involving my audience. So i put a poll on Instagram asking if you wanted a deep dive on one topic or a Q&A - and the majority voted for Q&A. I answered as many questions as i could on content creation, my personal life, my academic journey as well as some personal agony aunt advice as well. 

i'd love for your feedback on this episode as i loved to keep improving what i do. 

You can reach me at either @chummaconversations or my main page @satshyaa

thanks for listening, cheers!

Divija Bhasin, better known as @awkwardgoat3 on Instagram is in an interesting intersection of being both a therapist and a content creator. She’s known for her videos demystifying myths about mental illness, tackling social norms and of course Taylor Swift fancore. In this episode of Chumma conversations, we talk about her TikTok career, the impact social media had on her professional life, navigating the tightrope walk of what to keep private in a public relationship, her time as a part-time waitress while studying abroad, why she hated school and so much more. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back and enjoy this Chumma conversations.

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at chummaconversationspod@gmail.com or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations
Satshya: @satshyaa

See you next week

Love,

S

Akanksha Kommirelly is a whiz at creating jaw-dropping makeup looks. But there's more to this Hyderabad-based beauty blogger than that. She took a chance at doing content creation full-time soon after graduating from engineering, with a 6-month deadline promise to her parents. That leap of faith has resulted in over 200k followers across Instagram and YouTube and a community that loves her for her honest approach to skincare & makeup. In this episode we talk about how her school life was, making the switch from engineering to makeup, dealing with unreasonable brands, how she handled moving out of her parents' house to an apartment in the same city & much more. I hope you enjoy this Chumma Conversation :)

You can check out Akanksha’s social channels here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akankshakommirelly/

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/AkankshaKommirelly

As always feedback is greatly appreciated, which you can email at ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ or on Instagram at:

Podcast: @chummaconversations / https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

Satshya: @satshyaa / https://www.instagram.com/satshyaa/  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatshyaTharien

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pspratham777/?hl=en

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/

Tanya Appachu, better known as Your Insta Lawyer on Instagram, is a lawyer-turned-content creator whose mission is to make Indians legally literate. With over 200k followers, Tanya's videos aim to make the complex world of legalese accessible, with a special focus on women's rights. In this episode we talk about her early life in Coorg & then Mysore, how she switched from business to law, her first few years as a lawyer in a small city and life as an army wife. We also discuss the other side of content creation, which is figuring out the right outfit for blogger events and tackling skincare in your 30s.

Tanya’s social pages: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourinstalawyer/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-appachu-kaul-94242318/?originalSubdomain=in

You can reach me at:

Email: ⁠chummaconversationspod@gmail.com⁠ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chummaconversations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chummaconversationspodcast

Episode editor: https://www.instagram.com/pspratham777/?hl=en

Opening & closing sting editor: https://www.instagram.com/theprototype25/