

Pops in a Pod
Nadir & Peter
Pops in a Pod is a weekly podcast hosted by two dads Nadir and Peter from Mumbai, India about all aspects of parenting, marriage, kids and everything in between. Episodes range from conversations with like-minded guests to stories from Nadir & Peter.
Join the Pop duo on their journey from partner to parent.
Join the Pop duo on their journey from partner to parent.
Episodes
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Dec 6, 2022 • 58min
Kerry Bajaj on Sleep, Baby, Sleep
In this throwback episode, Nadir Pop and Peter Pop speak to Kerry Bajaj, sleep consultant and author of Sleep, Baby, Sleep. She has studied infant and child sleep in USA and a member of the Indian Society for Sleep Research. The Pops spoke to her about kids and sleep, her book, and much more. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir is currently the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade of experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Nov 29, 2022 • 53min
Entrepreneur parents Meghana Narayan and Shauravi Malik (Slurrp Farm)
In this throwback episode of Entrepreneur parents, the Pops have an entertaining chat with Meghana Narayan and Shauravi Malik, the founders of Slurrp Farm. We spoke about their journey from power-suit jobs to becoming entrepreneurs and balancing their professional and parental lives. Nadir is currently the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Nov 23, 2022 • 30min
7 values & habits we want to teach our kids
On this episode, Nadir Pop and Peter Pop reflect on their childhood and identify the values and habits that are important to them. They share the 3 values and habits that they want to teach their kids. Tune in to find out more. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Nov 15, 2022 • 36min
Pops on Movies
On this episode, the Pop duo revisit a film that they have already watched and rewatch them with a whole new set of parenting eyes. Nadir Pop's picks are We need to talk about Kevin and Ugly. Peter Pop's picks are Life is Beautiful and Coach Carter. Tune in to find out more. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Nov 7, 2022 • 33min
Pops on Books
The Pop duo love to read and on this episode they picked up 1 book each and shared with each other what are some of the things that theylearnt from them. Nadir Pops's pick was The Book you wish your parents had read by Phillipa Perry. Itis about how we have relationships with our children, what gets in the way of a good connection, and how it can be enhanced. Peter Pops's pick was Working with Influence by Dr. Amanda Nimon-Peters. It is based on behavioral science and features 9 principles of Persuasion to accelerate your career. Tune in to find out more. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Nov 1, 2022 • 40min
Prachi Vaish on relationships post Baby
Having a child can change the fundamentals of a relationship and much more. On this episode, Nadir Pop and Peter Pop speak to Prachi Vaish about the changes in the relationship between a couple post having a child, the larger impact it has and some easy ways to overcome them. Prachi Vaish is a Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and Founder of Emotional Wellness Initiatives. She is also a mom to a 12 year old boy, loves to bake as therapy, a voracious reader and is a puzzle enthusiast! Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Oct 24, 2022 • 39min
Al Booth on being a Dad in the UK
On this episode, the Pop duo are joined by fellow podcaster Al Booth, who shares his experience as a Dad in the UK. The conversation covers delivery stories, childcare support, and everything in between. Al Booth is a Dad of 2, a broadcaster, a podcast producer, and a writer. He has 25 years of experience in radio, both commercial and BBC, and hosts and produces podcasts for clients and brands. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Oct 11, 2022 • 43min
Aditi Wardhan Singh on life as a 3rd culture parent
The Pops duo continue the conversation about 3rd culture kids. In this episode, they are joined by a parent who grew up as a 3rd culture kid, Aditi Wardhan Singh. Aditi shares with Nadir Pop & Peter Pop her experience as a 3rd culture kid and how that has shaped her being a parent to 3rd culture kids. Aditi Wardhan Singh is the founder and Chief Editor of Raising World Children. A global citizen, she has created multiple resources for multicultural families. Aditi has written numerous books, including the best-selling, Strong Roots Have No Fear, and the recent release Amey’s Two worlds. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Oct 4, 2022 • 14min
Dads discuss 3rd culture kids
Third culture kids or third culture individuals are people who were raised in a culture other than their parents or the culture of their country of nationality, and also live in a different environment during a significant part of their child development years. Reading this definition Peter Pop realised that he is a third culture kid and reflected on his years growing up in UAE. In this episode, he and Nadir Pop discuss growing up as a third culture kid, and the positives and negatives of it. Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi

Sep 27, 2022 • 30min
Musician Dad - Srikanth Panaman (Bevar Sea)
2021 was a busy year for Srikanth Panaman, his band Bevar Sea released their 3rd album, The Timeless zone and on the personal front, his daughter was born. Srikanth spoke to Nadir Pop and Peter Pop about how he managed both "projects", his challenges, the impact of parenting on his music, and more. Bevar Sea on the Horns Up podcast - https://www.hornsuppod.com/the-podcast/episode/9c111c7b/172-or-bevar-sea Get in touch with the Pop duo on popsinapod@gmail.com Follow Pops In A Pod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/popsinapod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/popsinapod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PopsinaPod Nadir currently is the Director of Growth at an integrated marketing agency. Prior to this Nadir spent a decade in TV and digital video production – producing, directing, developing content and writing. www.linkedin.com/in/nadir-kanthawala-47249814/ Peter is a podcaster producer. He has a decade experience in marketing working with companies ranging from startups to public listed companies. www.linkedin.com/in/peterkotikalapudi