The Filter Koffee Podcast

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Sandeep Bhushan, Director, and Head of Global Marketing Solutions, Facebook India. Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to author Manreet Sodhi who recently published 'Lahore' - the first book in her trilogy on the partition of India. Karthik speaks to her about her childhood in a border town in Punjab, where a young Manreet grew up listening to stories of partition. They discuss why there is a lack of literature and cinema on the subject when compared to how the holocaust has been documented in the west and why it is important to tell this story from a woman's perspective. They also talk about why fiction as a genre works for her body of work even though Manreet spends decades researching the subject. Manreet also talks about insights on the partition that surprised her and changed her perspectives, during her 20-year research on the subject.Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Megha Tata - MD of Discovery Communications, South Asia. They speak about how India is one of the most complex markets for entertainment and infotainment, how customization at scale is the norm. They also talk about the nature of non-scripted content and how brand 'Discovery' has been built over the last two and half decades in India. Karthik also talks to Megha about glass ceilings and gender inclusion within the media & entertainment industry in India, especially at a leadership level.Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks with Vedashree Khambete Sharma, Author of Fatal Mistakes. It is a story of a crime reporter, Avantika Pandit in pursuit of the truth, but will she discover, that all it really takes to end up begging for your life, is one fatal mistake? They also talk about her journey from the advertising industry to becoming an author, motherhood, Mumbai, and murders. What it is like to be a woman in a city? Tune in to this intriguing conversation only on The Filter Koffee Podcast.You can reach out to Vedashree on social media - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedashreeks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theotherveda?s=20You can also buy Fatal Mistakes on: https://www.vedashreeks.com/fatal-mistakesTweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Anant Roongta - MD of one of India's oldest movie studios - Famous Studios. Karthik speaks to Anant about how a Studio set up in pre-independence India not just survived but thrived through 75 years while most others around the country shut down. Anant speaks about how among other things, a very future-focused technology outlook and honest openness to change were the key reasons for this longevity. They also talk about the creator and streaming economies of today. Anant confides on how and why he gave up his entrepreneurial career in sports tourism to become the third-generation leader of this iconic enterprise.Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks with Nirupama Subramanian - A leadership coach and author of 'Powerful', her new book. In her third book, Nirupama creates 6 archetypes that women can use to unlock the power in different life situations. Nirupama and Karthik talk about gender stereotypes at work, the different political and literary personalities she has referenced in her book, and the various inspirations for her book. They also talk about the author's process of shifting to non-fiction after two fictional books. Karthik references the Bechdel test and they both discuss content on streaming platforms that pass the test.Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Vishnu Varadhan, Director of Shershaah. They talk about his acting debut in the '90s for a Mani Ratnam film, his quirky and noir filmography style, and the experience of creating a real-life of Captain Vikram Batra in his latest film 'Shershaah'. You can follow Vishnu Varadhan or Shershaah on Twitter: #ShershaahOnPrime @vishnu_dir @primevideoinYou can follow Vishnu Varadhan or Shershaah on Instagram: #ShershaahOnPrime #VishnuVaradhan @primevideoinTweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Sameer Nair - CEO of Applause entertainment. Sameer is a legend in the entertainment industry, having created some of the most famous shows on Indian Television, including Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) - the Indian version of 'Who wants to be a millionaire'. Sameer talks to Karthik about setting up programming during the formative years of Indian satellite television in the mid-late 90s and also the story behind how KBC was born. They also discuss the story behind the game-changing series that Applause entertainment launched last year - Scam 1992 and the soon-to-be-released animation series based on the legendary Amar Chitra Katha. Sameer also shares his perspective on how entertainment and audience have changed and how the streaming industry will take shape over the next decade. You can follow Mr. Sameer Nair on:Instagram: @sameernTwitter: @nairsameerLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sameer-nair-92295397/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sameer.nair.77You can follow Applause Entertainment on:Instagram: @applausesocialTwitter: @ApplauseSocialLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/applausesocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ApplauseSocialTweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Nikhil Taneja, Co-founder, and CEO of Yuvaa - an organization that is trying to empower young Indians and get their voice heard. Nikhil talks about the incidents that happened when he was a professor and how a simple act of listening to his students sparked the inspiration for what is his organization today. Karthik and Nikhil also discuss the lack of dialogue with the youth and how that is the cause of depression and distrust at their end. Nikhil also speaks about his work with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and how it is impacting voices from around the World regarding the UN sustainability goals.Follow Nikhil on Instagram: www.instagram.com/tanejamainhoon/Facebook: www.facebook.com/tanejamainhoonTwitter: https://twitter.com/tanejamainhoonYou can also check out 'Yuvaa' on: https://yuvaa.co.in/Follow Yuvaa on Instagram: www.instagram.com/weareyuvaa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/weareyuvaaFacebook: www.facebook.com/weareyuvaaTweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Karthik speaks to Jon Lefkovitz - independent filmmaker and teacher of cinema, from Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. They speak about Jon's new documentary film - Sight & Sound - the cinema of Walter Murch (https://t.co/W22f0L5vB3?amp=1). Walter - considered one of the greatest film editors of all time is also the first artist to have been given the film credit of 'sound designer'. Karthik and Jon talk about some of Walter's greatest collaborations with Coppola (Godfather, Conversations, Apocalypse Now), Anthony Minghella (Cold Mountain, English Patient, The Talented Mr. Ripley), and George Lucas (THX 1138). They also talk about their favorite cinematic moments involving Walter and the art of editing itself.You can buy the book 'Conversations' by Michael Ondaatje here: https://www.amazon.in/Conversations-Walter-Murch-Editing-Film/dp/0375709827You can buy the book 'In the blink of an eye' by Walter Murch: https://www.amazon.in/Blink-Eye-2nd-Walter-Murch/dp/1879505622/Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.