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In The Melting Pot with Jessica Kumar

Welcome to another brand new episode of The Story Bar Podcast. 
I recently connected with Jessica Kumar,  she is the host of the Invisible India Podcast. What’s her story and what the podcast is all about is something we discuss in this conversation. 
We also talk about her own personal journey of making a major international move with its' personal, cultural, and professional implications. I request you all to check out the website
www.invisibleindiapodcast.com to learn more about it.
Before we begin, we all know what India is going through right now. The least we could do as storytellers is to inspire hope, light through people who are making a difference, specially during these times. 
We’ve started with a campaign called “Rooting For You” where We are inviting messages of love, hope, and prayers for India. If you  want to send in your prayers, do drop us your message at thestorybar.foryou@gmail.com. We are featuring all these messages on our social media channels. You can find the links to our social media in the show notes as well. 
You can support us by following the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or visit our website: thestorybar.online., It truly  makes a huge difference to us. 
Hope you learn and get inspired from Jessica Ma’am’s story as much as I did. 
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The Cast of Oil and Gas: Assaad Mohanna

We are very happy to launch our first episode of The Cast of Oil and Gas edition. 
Assaad Mohanna is the Director of Business Strategy at National Oilwell Varco. He is also the host of the NOV Insight Out Show. 
Born in Beirut in an environment of extreme civil & political unrest, Assaad has waged his way forward, and built a life that inspires others. 
In this conversation, he opens up about his roots, his family, and his extraordinary journey in the oil and gas industry. This episode will help you reflect that we are so much more than our jobs, our professional recognitions. It’s only when we trace the roots, we understand the people and events that help us become who we are.

A Long March To Freedom with Siddhartha Prakash

Without a doubt, the COVID crisis is a global shared challenge but every geography has its own peculiarities. Every country had a problem that got worse with the pandemic. In India, it is the migrant crisis.
Migrant workers comprise a significant section of India’s workforce today. But how much do we really know about them? 
Just yesterday, we got to know that hundreds of migrant workers are fleeing Indian cities and heading home. New restrictions in some states to contain the second wave of pandemic has stoked fears that they will be left jobless again. 
How has the lockdown in 2020 been for these workers? Are we looking at a painful and heartbreaking repetition of the migrant crisis last year in India? 
We have with us today Siddhartha Prakash. He is a Development Economist and the Founder of Daily Wage Worker Platform, an NGO supporting India’s 450 million migrant workers with access to food security, healthcare, and livelihoods.
Siddhartha has over 20 years of experience in health systems, pharmaceutical policy, intellectual property, pricing, reimbursement, innovative business models, and access to medicines. He has worked with international organizations such as the WTO, WHO, and the World Bank. 
Further, Siddhartha has extensively worked in Asia and Africa on public-private partnerships and facilitated dialogue on policy options for universal health coverage. 
We will try to understand the myriad layers surrounding the migrant crisis in this conversation today. 
Do visit dailywageworker.com to learn more about the platform and the difference it is making in the lives of migrant workers.
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An Evening With Larry Grobel

Welcome to another brand new episode of The Story Bar Podcast. 
"Nobody tells the same story the same way for the second time." 
In an extremely raw, candid, detailed conversation, Garima tries to understand the journey of the legendary writer Lawrence Grobel. This is not an interview, so much more than that, an extraordinary learning experience. 
Why would anyone trust you? To share the most intricate details of their lives on record. Just think about the spotlight on celebrities and yet can you imagine the vulnerability? That’s where Mr. Grobel truly makes a mark, bringing out the good, the bad, and the ugly, in his interviews. 
“Larry Grobel is the Mozart of Interviewers”, said Joyce Carol Oates and in this conversation, we will get to know why. 
We have so much to learn from him. One episode can never be enough. 
While you enjoy listening to him, we also request you to visit his website to understand his brilliant work, its: lawrencegrobel.com 
You can also order books written by him on Amazon, the latest one being SCHEMERS, DREAMERS, CHEATERS, BELIEVERS. 

Gagandeep Singh on Finding a Purpose in Mission 100,000

Gagandeep Singh, Global Operational Excellence Lead at Wood, opens up about his roots, family, professional journey, and his vision of making a difference in the world with "Mission 100,000". In this episode of "Storied With Garima", we bring to you his power, inspiration, and thought leadership. To all the students aspiring a career in Operational Excellence, this one is a must-listen. From what this career path means to how well you can chart out the way forward, there's so much you can learn from Gagandeep.These are the changemakers, the ordinary people doing extraordinary stuff. Stay tuned and meanwhile, do subscribe to the podcast on Apple and Spotify.

Finding Your Niche & Voice with Mohit Rajhans

“Sometimes we miss really good ideas thinking there’s no home for them.” - Mohit Rajhans 
In this episode, we didn't want to miss out on any such ideas that have the power to touch lives. An author, producer, reporter, entrepreneur, and so much more, Mohit Rajhans sheds some light upon his roots and over two decades of rich experiences in media, content, and storytelling. 
Meet the man behind some of the most iconic interviews - from Tilda Swinton to Shahrukh Khan, from Akshay Kumar to Amitabh Bachchan, he has covered it all.
"It was never about the celebrity for me, but the story”, says Mohit. And that's exactly what makes his journey so unique and extraordinary. We explore the why, the inspiration, the hustle, the connection, and everything that makes him who he is today, and what he dreams to build with his expertise. 
Check out his books here that shine a new light on content and personal branding: 
Rethinking Your Content: Strategies to Synergies - https://amzn.to/363trtQ 
How to Find Growth Beyond Your Personal Brand - https://amzn.to/3c1g7dm  
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On The Road To Good Health with Supriya

In a relaxed and candid conversation with Garima, Supriya opens up about her out of the box journey into good health and spiritual well being. A lot is at stake when you are venturing into something new, something exciting. Yes, there will be cheerleaders but nay-sayers too. You’ve got to keep your head high, maintain your calm, and live your dream. That’s exactly what Supriya did. There’s a lot to learn from this young, vivacious, and kind soul.
You can follow Supriya on Instagram @fitwithsupriya and be a part of her extraordinary journey. Reach out to her if you need support with your health, fitness, and well-being. She is just a message away! 
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Understanding the Dumpling Experience with Michael & Chih Lin

In this episode of "Storied With Garima", we sit down with the Founders of Dumpling Dudez, a Houston based enterprise, to learn about their unique approach to creating a one-of-a-kind dumpling making experience.
Michael Dorsey and Chih Lin began with a leap of faith into a world they knew little about. They share with Garima the inspiration behind Dumpling Dudez and what led them to leave their comfortable corporate careers to build this business. 
We talk about their struggles, the support from the community, their love for each other, and this extraordinary entrepreneurial journey. Do listen and share your thoughts with us. This episode is a bit long but we hope you will enjoy taking a deep dive into the story of Dumpling Dudez. 
 

Aditya Mehta on Business, Salesmanship, Storytelling & His Journey with India Terry Towels

This week we dive into the extraordinary journey of Aditya Mehta, Business Head at India Terry Towels. Aditya is a young and aspiring business leader in the Indian textile space. We talk about his unique “why” for not choosing a conventional corporate job over spinning a fresh dream into reality - that arrives with a wide range of challenges. We learn about his journey so far, the platform he believes has helped him stand out, and the “inspirare” that keeps him going. We also understand how the current crisis has impacted his business and what are the opportunities on the table, as he helps us look at the silver lining.
In our series of conversations “Storied With Garima”, we look forward to hearing stories that make a difference, make an impact. Take a listen to understand Aditya’s journey and his outlook towards business, salesmanship, public speaking, and storytelling.
Learn more about India Terry Towels here: https://indiaterrytowels.com/
Connect with Aditya Mehta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditya-mehta-2a605b77/?originalSubdomain=in
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The Story Of LD Talent with Gobi Dasu

Gobi Dasu is the Founder & CEO of Learning Dollars (LD Talent). 
This story puts a spotlight on a startup - that is solving a very important challenge of our times, and is very successful in this space today. What is this challenge and what is the story of Learning Dollars? What would the future of work look like and why is it so important to build an efficient remote workspace? How do you maintain quality checks? And most importantly, why nothing should limit talent and skills? How is LD Talent really closing the STEM skill gap? 
In our series of conversations “Storied With Garima”, we look forward to hearing stories that make a difference, make an impact. Take a listen to understand how LD Talent is building the future of work. Here’s a story that inspires. Take a listen and there’s so much to learn from Team LD Talent as they build a strong community of developers online.
Here’s the link to the website: https://www.learningdollars.com/. 
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