In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Rucha Deshpande a content writer, singer and an aspiring barista. She currently works as a Social Media and Communications Head with Sunbird Trust, an NGO in the education sector whose vision is to build peace through education and empowerment of children and youth in conflict affected areas of North Eastern India. Her on-field work took her to Ijeirong, a remote village in Manipur for a period of two years. With a Masters Degree in German Literature...
Nov 17, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Varad Ghate, who works as Production Manager at his family business - "Apex Meditech," where he is heavily invested in building technology based solutions ground-up much like his latest venture into the EV space. Nurturing a passion for his field, Varad completed his MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida after finishing his Bachelors in Electronics Engineering from Pune. Unmoved by digitisation of simple everyday li...
Nov 10, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Akash Dingare. He has been riding motorcycles since he was twelve and has been actively involved in the motorcycling community for nearly 15 years. Akash has also raced with Yamaha and Honda on National & International levels and won multiple championships. Having worked as an automotive journalist and test rider for a leading online publication, for the last 5 years he has been working with India's first riding academy 'Apex Racing Academy' as a...
Nov 03, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Hoshedar Deboo a 3rd generation entrepreneur currently working as Director of his family business - Albaj Engineering Corporation Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturing company specialising in fabrication of process equipment. A mechanical engineer by education, Hoshedar chose to return to his roots and help continue the legacy of his family business after completing a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics from University of Pennsylva...
Oct 27, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Neha Kode, an architect & urban designer working in the field of urban design and development. Born in Satara and raised in Pune, Neha has had a fascination for nature, characteristics of which reflect in her designs for building sustainable cities. She has participated in international conferences and fellowships on sustainable urban development and energy efficiency. Neha was a professional gymnast during her schooling days having won a Nationa...
Oct 20, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Shruti Chakke a Graduate in Exhibition and Museum Design from NID, Ahmedabad who will soon be pursuing a Masters in Transdisciplinary Design at the Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan, the birthplace of Italian design. In 2020 she received the International SDGs Design Award for her work in Education & Design. Shruti believes that a person is defined more by the work they do and the people they help rather than their professional titles or posses...
Oct 13, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Madhura Gokarn, a post-graduate in Production Design & Art Direction from FTII, Pune. Her film credits include Sacred Games, Mukkabaaz, Lust Stories, Dum Maroo Dum, Paa and Billu. She has also done production design for 60+ TV commercials and 5 short films including Bebaak. Madhura has pulled back from art direction and is focusing on the craft of acting. She can be seen in recently released Netflix web series Masaba-Masaba Season 2 and has acted...
Oct 06, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Sayli Soman, an independent costume designer working for feature films and web series projects. Sayli has a few notable films under her belt where she made major contributions through her craft. Living on and close to the location of a film’s shoot, she often finds herself walking in local bazaar’s constantly in search of costumes and accessories that will go on to build the film’s characters. “Do nothing” seems to be her agenda when she is not at wo...
Sep 29, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Mangesh Thombare who currently works as Team lead and Senior Faculty at Seamedu School of Pro Expressionism where he heads the Game Art & Design Department. Before Joining Seamedu he was working as an independent Game designer for video games and board games. Mangesh also runs two communities where he hosts board games for general public to spread awareness on this form of education and entertainment. Mangesh Thombare can be reached at: LinkedIn ...
Sep 22, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Dr. Medini Kagali, who is a naturopathic doctor by education and a holistic diabetes physician by profession. She is currently amalgamating novel holistic concepts to help individuals with diabetes and obesity to achieve optimal well-being. In addition to her medical practice, Dr.Medini is a keen enthusiast of organic fine dining and aesthetic clothing, “ this takes us back to our roots and that’s what naturopathic principles are all about ,” she say...
Sep 15, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Nandita Paranjape, a home baker and mother of twins who loves to travel and solve jigsaw puzzles. Born and raised in a multi-cultural environment, Nandita found her passion for baking and converted it into her own small business called “Frostzilla.” The dual roles of a being a stay-at-home-mother and a home baker gives her joy and meaning in life. Nandita Paranjape can be reached at: Facebook ; Instagram Views and opinions expressed in this episode o...
Sep 08, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this episode of Wings Podcast we will meet Rajas Pathak, a Cybersecurity professional who runs his own boutique firm offering IT security services. He is a visiting faculty at Pune University on this subject and spreads cyber security awareness on different platforms. “World of cybersecurity mimics the chor-police game built on the timeless catch-me-if-you-can narrative. When I’m not playing the cop, I am a biker, health nut, foodie, outdoor enthusiast and a bird watcher,” Rajas says. Rajas P...
Sep 01, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Mrunalini Bhave-Borakhadikar who works as a Senior HR Officer in an international firm and is also a devoted Bharatanatyam dancer, student and a teacher. With a dance sadhanaa of over 15 years, she believes this heritage should be preserved and passed on to many emerging dancers. Mrunalini also reads, paints and enjoys gardening. Conversation in this podcast meanders around the themes of ras-bhaav-nritya-paramparaa . Views and opinions expressed in this e...
Aug 25, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Karan Pandav, an award-winning Indian artist, music producer and an alumni of the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. Currently based in Los Angeles, Karan's credits as a producer, engineer, collaborator and performer include an illustrious list of International & Indian artists such as Lady Gaga, John Mayer, Cher, Arijit Singh, Lucky Ali, Karsh Kale and Shreya Ghoshal. He has performed and toured with his alternative folk rock band - ...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Aditi Tapariya, currently based in Chicago, US and working as a Demand Control Manager with Beam Suntory, an American-founded, Japanese multinational company that produces alcoholic beverages. “I'm a lost millennial, my goal is to move around work experiences before I settle,” she says, having shifted across 3 continents, 5 companies and 6 different job roles in last 5 years. Aditi likes ‘Indian-Chinese’ food, collecting footwear and is a ‘Barista’ in the...
Aug 11, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Marisha Desai, a copywriter and a design professional who works in the digital marketing space. Art, music, films and books are central to who she is. Marisha’s true calling, however, is working with pure botanicals to make healing products which she offers through her small business called “@AfterglowIndia.” Marisha Desai can be reached at: Instagram ; Facebook ; Twitter ; LinkedIn ; Blog Views and opinions expressed in this episode of the Podcast are th...
Aug 04, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Sharvari Deshpande, a software engineer by profession and a dancer by passion. After completing a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering in India, Sharvari pursued her Master's in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. She currently works as a full time System's engineer in Hewlett Packard Enterprise at their San Jose, California office. When she is not in front of her screen Sharvari likes to dance and spend time with herse...
Jul 28, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Arjun Padalkar, a young man born and brought up in Mumbai, currently working as business consultant at Ernst & Young’s New York office. He joined EY after graduating from Tufts University at Boston, Massachusetts with a Bachelors of Science in Quantitative Economics and Bachelors of Arts in International Relations. Arjun is a foodie and can travel any distance to enjoy the Indian Alfonso Mango! Conversation in this episode explores the theme of crossr...
Jul 21, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Rhea Sugwekar, a freelancer who works as a brand strategist & writer, helping brands and personalities create, curate and grow their digital presence. She often asks herself, “why do words mean so much to me?” and wonders, “why are words the one constant companion in my life?” Rhea has few counter intuitive learning’s, e.g: a lesson she learnt - that turning your passion into your work isn't always a good idea! Views and opinions expressed in this epi...
Jul 15, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Sunil Soni who is the founder of “Indian Family Business Network,” a digital community for next generation leaders in family business. Conversation in this episode meanders around three broad themes - being Indian, about family and on business. Sunil discovered his passion for the subject when he joined his own family business during his graduating years. After finishing his MBA, he worked in the Human Resources function of a large well-diversified family...
Jul 07, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Indraneel Chitale, a fourth generation partner at the eight decades old ‘Chitale Group.’ Indraneel joined the family business in 2011 and was systematically groomed through multiple organisation roles. He led a project to build a two lakh sq. ft. factory that started the group’s foray into Mithai and Namkeen packaging and distribution through 60+ Chitale Bandhu stores and more than 2.5 lakh retailers and super markets across India as well as in global mar...
Jun 30, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Manas Karambelkar, a husband, a son and an interaction designer who currently lives at Chalisgaon in Maharashtra. His desire to seek new experiences and curiosity to always ask ‘why’ led him to the field of design, a field that is a perfect blend of science, art and humanities. When not working, he enjoys stand up comedy, watching videos on the craft of filmmaking, smacking on a plethora of cuisines and wondering ‘What if…?’ Manas Karambelkar can be reach...
Jun 23, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Meghan Belsare a physiotherapist and a sports scientist who loves to analyse and get creative with every little aspect of his job and life. He has treated and trained common-wealth medal winners in wrestling and weightlifting and is currently training olympic and common-wealth games athletes. After a stint in clinical paradigm, Meghan has now stepped into the shoes of an entrepreneur and dreams of changing the dynamics of the current healthcare spectrum o...
Jun 16, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Sahil Shah a pre-sales consultant working in the IT Enabled Services (ITeS) industry. Sahil is a a voracious reader and his choice of books represents an eclectic and diverse set of interests such as - climate change, contemporary history and investigative journalism. Sahil is a firm believer in the power of reading as a means to enrich life and publishes his thoughts and ideas on his blog called “@that.guy.who.reads” Sahil Shah can be reached at: Instagr...
Jun 10, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Sagar Dave a true blue Punekar! A software engineer by qualification, the creative bug got the better of him and he pivoted to pursue a career in digital media. Gardening, art, animals and writing top the list of his favourites. Sagar dabbled into Terrarium making just before the pandemic hit and soon it became a passion, one that got him through the periods of isolation and uncertainty. A digital strategist on weekdays, weekends are spent building his ho...
Jun 03, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Akshay Borse who grew up as an army kid and joined the Merchant Navy after schooling. He worked on cargo vessels as a deck side Jr. Officer traveling across international waters and then pivoted to beekeeping as a full time profession by starting his own business in 2019 called ‘Indihive Honey.’ The motivation for this shift is his belief that ‘the earth needs as many healers as possible.’ Akshay is interested in bike rides, hiking small trails and campin...
May 27, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Siddharth Patil, a hydrogeologist working on policy, planning and practices related to ground water in urban and rural India. In this role he plays the educator, field practitioner and a facilitator for effective and efficient management and governance of acquirers. Problem solving, reading, traveling and engaging with people in the classroom and the field is what motivates Siddharth. Views and opinions expressed in this episode of the Podcast are those o...
May 20, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Neha Bhave who is a hydrogeologist working in the area of groundwater research and management for past seven years. She has done her Masters in Geology and holds a Gold Medal on the subject. Neha has worked with farmers and local communities in several villages across India on efficient use of groundwater resources. What energises her is travelling, dancing and sometimes doing absolutely nothing! Views and opinions expressed in this episode of the Podcast...
May 13, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Arnav Mariwala a geophysicist by education, entrepreneur by profession, and enthusiastic nerd by choice. He currently works in Climate Tech and his interest in the field was driven by a fascination with the outdoors and the connection humans share with nature, ecosystems, and the physical world. Originally intending to be an astrophysicist and historian, he’s dabbled in a number of fields and hobbies - physics, history, policy, sailing, scuba diving, cook...
May 06, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode of Wings Podcast we meet Dr.Siddhant Lalwani. A young paediatrician by profession, he is currently pursuing his international fellowship in paediatric pulmonology. Siddhant says, “my goal is to improve paediatric healthcare services in India, try to standardised it and make it at par with the western world.” Siddhant also loves cooking, traveling and is a certified Scuba diver. Dr.Siddhant Lalwani can be reached at: Instagram , Facebook Views and opinions expressed in this episod...
Apr 28, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 16
