In this episode of The Living Pod, our Founder & CEO Saurabh Arora sits down with Nitin Joshi to discuss the journey from content creation to entrepreneurship.

They explore what it takes to build a sustainable personal brand, why authenticity and consistency are critical in today’s digital landscape, and how creators can successfully turn influence into long-term business value.

Nitin shares honest insights from his own journey—the challenges, the learnings, and the mindset shifts required to scale beyond content—while Saurabh adds practical perspectives on building a purposeful and impactful career.

A must-listen for creators, founders, and anyone looking to grow beyond the spotlight and build something meaningful.

In this episode of The Living Pod, Saurabh Arora sits down with Kapil & Sonali Chandhok, the powerhouse couple behind Kaaiser Educational Group, to uncover how they built one of the most trusted names in global education.From Kapil starting his carrier as a trained chef and Sonali as a interior designer to shaping the dreams of thousands of international students, Kapil and Sonali share their unconventional journey of hustle, partnership, and purpose. This conversation goes far beyond business—it’s about vision, values, and the courage to scale globally without shortcuts.🌍 Whether it’s betting big on Australia, navigating the ups and downs of the student recruitment industry, or balancing marriage and entrepreneurship, this episode is filled with unfiltered truths and timeless lessons for the next generation of leaders.In this Episode, You’ll Learn:✅ How Kapil went from kitchens to classrooms, building an education empire✅ The early days of growing Kaaiser and signing the first big student deals✅ Why they chose to focus only on Australia & how it paid off✅ Lessons on resilience, adaptability, and growing a global brand✅ The role of trust, transparency, and relationships in scaling education businesses✅ How being a couple in business shaped their leadership style and culture✅ What they believe is the real secret to long-term success📌 Ideal For:✅ Students dreaming of studying abroad✅ Young entrepreneurs & start up founders✅ Anyone curious about global education and impact-driven entrepreneurship

In this episode of The Living Pod, Saurabh Arora sits down with Ritesh Banglani, Partner at Stellaris Venture Partners, for a candid, no-nonsense conversation on startup funding, venture capital, and the psychology behind investment decisions.

Ritesh shares his unconventional journey from electrical engineer to product leader, early startup hustler, and eventually one of India’s most respected VCs. Drawing from decades of experience, he breaks down why most pitch decks fail, what VCs really look for in founders, and why so-called “alpha personalities” often struggle in both venture capital and startups.

This episode goes beyond surface-level startup advice to explore the power dynamics between founders and VCs, why startups feel like pressure cookers, and how humility, curiosity, and self-awareness shape long-term success — in business and life.

Whether you’re a first-time founder, aspiring VC, MBA student, or deeply curious about the Indian startup ecosystem, this episode is a grounded masterclass in how venture capital truly works — without the glamor.