Take a pause with Varun Duggirala

Starting this week, every Monday I’ll be giving you an insight about what’s happening in the broader New age Business & Content space that might just get your mind ticking about what the future holds. This week I dig into the shifts that are starting to happen in the creator economy through the mainstreaming of paid subscriptions for creators & what that might mean for the dynamics of the broader content space in the days to come.Follow me across social media platforms @VarunDuggi And to be a part of my exclusive first draft idea base subscribe to my newsletter https://varunduggi.substack.comAbout the Varun Duggi ShowThe Varun Duggi show is focussed on Work, life and everything in between... Monday’s will be about insights for work, Friday’s are all about Life and every Wednesday I’ll be going live on twitter spaces to discuss everything in between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Hope is a word that holds new meaning for the world and especially our country at the moment. The actions of many citizens are giving hope to billions. And the correlation between hope and action is what today’s episode is about with some much needed inspiration from the story of Ady Barkan . Check out the episode for more. A relevant listen 🎧 for a Monday morning ... have a safe week everyone and catch you on Friday for a new episode.You can also follow me @varunduggi & subscribe to the varun duggi show for more content for inspiration, motivation & some relevant information for work, life and everything in between .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Feeling overwhelmed? Feel a nagging sense of languishing? We’re all in a state of uncertainty as the world around us seems to be spiralling out of control. So how can we first help ourselves, and then help everyone around us? How can we regain enough balance and focus to truly be able to move ahead productively for us and everyone else? It could just be creating something helpful, or sharing relevant information. Whatever little each one of us can do, we need to be strong for each other. So I’m putting down some ways in which I’ve been trying to find that balance for myself in this week's episode of the Varun Duggi Show. ( This is something I recorded while feeling overwhelmed last weekend.. hope it gives you guys some value )🌍 My website https://varunduggi.com/🎙MY PODCASTS:|| The Varun Duggi Show ||Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5RRxDb6EOTjAp7QqpW5xHUJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/the-varun-duggi-show-/1/FJ1GcoovR-0_|| Advertising Is Dead ||Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vkZ0wYjLRDF80GZv2Pv25?si=-M-xnOdfR22dVGJuG-GiJAJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/advertising-is-dead/1/jnnBfsbEvUM_IVM https://ivmpodcasts.com/advertising-is-deadFOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/🐣Twitter https://twitter.com/varunduggi📝 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/varun-duggirala-31090313📰 Sign up to my weekly email newsletter on my website https://varunduggi.com/WHO AM I:Hello! I’m Varun Duggirala, content creator, podcast host and co-founder of The Glitch, now a leading New Age creative agency. I’m the host of Advertising Is Dead, on which I talk about the ongoing and ever-changing developments in advertising, media, content and entertainment. On my latest podcast The Varun Duggi Show, I pick the brains of some really interesting people - media personalities, entrepreneurs, influencers and more - for compelling conversations on what really makes them who they are. I also put out a weekly newsletter, Unschooled with Varun Duggirala.GET IN TOUCH:I’d love to hear from you! Write to me at ask@varunduggi.com or hit me up on social media!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

The Peltzman effect might just explain one aspect of the Rapidly increasing COVID-19 cases after the vaccine started rolling out . It’s an aspect we need to crush as fast as we can no matter how much our minds tellUs otherwise. Stay safe everyone. Stay at home, avoid going out and wear a 😷 Check out the episode for more. A relevant listen 🎧 for a Monday morning ... have a safe week everyone and catch you on Friday for a new episode.These episodes are brought to you in collaboration with the awesome folk at reading room india check their page out in the link below https://instagram.com/readingroomindia?igshid=12sctbx95bc29 You can also follow me @varunduggi & subscribe to the varun duggi show for more content--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Have you ever thought to yourself...Writing film reviews is easy, anyone can do it? Well, maybe not! This week I dig into everything to do with building content around content and being a film critic with author, film critic and Editor-in-Chief at Film Companion, Anupama Chopra. And truly understand the need for a deep and informed understanding of cinema to properly critique a film. She talks about what got her interested in Bollywood, the challenges in what she does and what keeps her going. She also shares her thoughts on the future of the film industry and the evolving Indian audience, given the rise of OTT platforms and the Covid-19 pandemic.🌍  My website https://varunduggi.com/FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/🐣Twitter https://twitter.com/varunduggi📝 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/varun-duggirala-31090313📰  Sign up to my weekly email newsletter on my website https://varunduggi.com/🎙MY PODCASTS:|| The Varun Duggi Show ||Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5RRxDb6EOTjAp7QqpW5xHUJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/the-varun-duggi-show-/1/FJ1GcoovR-0_|| Advertising Is Dead ||Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vkZ0wYjLRDF80GZv2Pv25?si=-M-xnOdfR22dVGJuG-GiJAJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/advertising-is-dead/1/jnnBfsbEvUM_IVM https://ivmpodcasts.com/advertising-is-deadWHO AM I:Hello! I’m Varun Duggirala, content creator, podcast host and co-founder of The Glitch, one of India's leading New Age creative agency. I’m the host of "Advertising Is Dead", where I dig into the changes happening in the world of business, startups, media, entertainment and marketing. On my latest podcast "The Varun Duggi Show", I pick the brains of some really interesting people -  media personalities, entrepreneurs, creators and more - for compelling conversations on what really makes them who they are. I also put out a weekly newsletter, "Unschooled with Varun Duggirala", post a whole lot of content and try do as much more as i can while making sure i first try to many my almost 4 year old a young podcaster .GET IN TOUCH:I’d love to hear from you! Write to me at ask@varunduggi.com or hit me up on social media!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Why do we always have a last minute rush as we get towards deadlines? No matter how long we have to complete the project at hand.. the rush is consistent! “Parkinson’s law” might have an explanation ( and maybe a possible solution too) Check out the episode for more. A great listen 🎧 for some information on a Monday morning ... have a great week everyone and catch you on Friday for a brand new conversation episode for a dose of inspiration . These episodes are brought to you in collaboration with the awesome folk at reading room india check their page out in the link below https://instagram.com/readingroomindia?igshid=12sctbx95bc29 You can also follow me @varunduggi for lots more content & subscribe to the varun duggi show for more content for your weekly fix of motivation & inspiration ( or just some information for your mind) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Over the last couple of years, my concept of what being fit means has changed from a superficial, bulked up muscular look to truly being fit for life. And a huge part of this transformation has been through what I have learnt from Functional Trainer Da Rulk’s training programmes. His outlook on fitness is one that bases itself on improving your quality of life far beyond the exterior markers that we usually associate with the fitness industry. Although famous for training Chris Hemsworth and Josh Brolin for their roles as Thor and Thanos, he finds his true calling training firefighters, first responders and absolutely anyone who wants to attain true fitness. He's also been the most in-demand trainer on Hemsworth's Fitness App Centr, which is now the #1 Trending Fitness App in the world. His philosophy on the role of finding ‘Purpose’ for long-term fitness is transformational. Follow Da Rulk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/da_rulk 🌍  My website https://varunduggi.com/ 🎙MY PODCASTS: || The Varun Duggi Show || Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5RRxDb6EOTjAp7QqpW5xHUJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/the-varun-duggi-show-/1/FJ1GcoovR-0_ || Advertising Is Dead || Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vkZ0wYjLRDF80GZv2Pv25?si=-M-xnOdfR22dVGJuG-GiJAJioSaavn https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/advertising-is-dead/1/jnnBfsbEvUM_IVM https://ivmpodcasts.com/advertising-is-dead FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/varunduggi/🐣Twitter https://twitter.com/varunduggi📝 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/varun-duggirala-31090313📰  Sign up to my weekly email newsletter on my website https://varunduggi.substack.com WHO AM I: Hello! I’m Varun Duggirala, content creator, podcast host and co-founder of The Glitch, now a leading New Age creative agency. I’m the host of Advertising Is Dead, on which I talk about the ongoing and ever-changing developments in advertising, media, content and entertainment. On my latest podcast The Varun Duggi Show, I pick the brains of some really interesting people -  media personalities, entrepreneurs, influencers and more - for compelling conversations on what really makes them who they are. I also put out a weekly newsletter, Unschooled with Varun Duggirala.  GET IN TOUCH: I’d love to hear from you! Write to me at ask@varunduggi.com or hit me up on social media!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

How often have you judged people who have habits that you consider bad and How long have you struggled with getting rid of a bad habit yourself!? The problem with habits that are considered bad may not be the habit itself but something else.. the environment around you that allows these habits to grow! And maybe refocusing on this aspect might just be the instigator of change you need in life. Check out the episode for more. A great listen 🎧 for some motivation on a Monday morning ... have a great week everyone and catch you on Friday for a brand new conversation episode for a dose of inspiration. These episodes are brought to you in collaboration with the awesome folk at reading room india check their page out in the link below https://instagram.com/readingroomindia?igshid=12sctbx95bc29  You can also follow me @varunduggi for lots more content & subscribe to the varun duggi show for more content for your weekly fix of motivation & inspiration ( or just some information for your mind) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Have you ever been curious about improv comedy? Obsessed over how you can organise your life better? Wondered how improv could be different from standup? Finding a cure for your tendency to hoard? Who better to hear it from than Indian-South African improv artist & comedian Kaneez Surka, who it turns out is also a closet-Mary Kondo! We’ve all seen her across numerous online videos, stand-up performances and as a judge on stand-up comedy reality shows. On this episode, we chatted about the rules of improv, what makes it different from comedy, the challenges of vlogging and Kaneez’s love of cleaning! You can also watch & subscribe to watch the full video version of this episode & shorter highlight clips from this and more podcast episodes on YouTube at https://youtube.com/channel/UC6-OJ0XHEvRkODh8ktUi_QA Follow Kaneez on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6a7TnbzoeggcDscJBrR0kwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaneezsurka/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kaneezsurkaThis podcast is available across all major podcasting platforms Follow me @varunduggi on Instagram & Twitter for a lot more content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message

Are you someone who’s been pushed to set goals and work towards them your entire life? If yes, then (like me) There is a strong chance you might have destination addiction. And this week we discuss this phenomenon & how to beat it. A great listen 🎧 for some motivation on a Monday morning ... have a great week everyone and catch you on Friday for a brand new conversation episode for a dose of inspiration.  These episodes are brought to you in collaboration with the awesome folk at reading room india check their page out in the link below https://instagram.com/readingroomindia?igshid=12sctbx95bc29  You can also follow me @varunduggi for lots more content & subscribe to the varun duggi show for more content for your weekly fix of motivation & inspiration ( or just some information for your mind) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/take-a-pause-varun-duggi/message