Chai & Chips Podcast
Prakash Mallya
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We’re here to educate, inform, and spark curiosity—through sharp insights, real conversations, and bold perspectives from leaders shaping the future of chips and deep tech.
From India’s semiconductor strategy to the explosive rise of AI chips, from the geopolitics of silicon to the ethics of supply chains, we go deep. We explore how deep tech is transforming EVs, healthcare, telecom, education, and defence—and talk to the people building, investing in, and regulating the ecosystem.
This is the podcast for those who believe deep tech is not just a sector—but a national mission.
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Chai & Chips is India’s go-to platform for honest, no-fluff conversations at the intersection of semiconductors, AI, and nation-building. Hosted by global tech executive Prakash Mallya, the podcast draws on over two decades of experience in the chip industry across India, Southeast Asia, and the US. Prakash’s deep love for technology and passion for India shape thoughtful conversations on the forces driving innovation, industry, and the country’s tech ambitions.
As AI reshapes industries and supply chains are redrawn, chips have never been more critical to a country’s self-reliance. But are we asking the right questions? With insights from the brightest minds around the world, we explore what it takes—and what history teaches us—to build a resilient deep-tech ecosystem in India that endures.
Follow us for sharp takes, real stories, and a vision for a Deep Tech Nation.
Twitter: @PrakashMallya
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/prakash-mallya
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Recent Episodes
S2E14 Ep 014 - AI Meets India Stack: What It Means for the Future of Digital Public Infrastructure - Omprakash Subbarao
Can AI + India Stack become a global model for digital infrastructure?India has built something few countries have: digital rails at population scale. But what happens when AI is layered on top of…
S2E13 Ep 013 - Can AI Improve How Children Learn in India? - Vidya Jayaraman
Can AI Actually Improve How Children Learn in India? AI is entering classrooms faster than ever — but does it actually help children learn, or does it just give them the answers?In this episode, host…
S2E12 Ep 012 - How Secure Are Your Habits? Defeating AI Scams - Anil Valluri
What must be true for AI to materially improve India’s cybersecurity outcomes?In this episode of Chai & Chips, I speak with Anil Valluri, a technology leader who has spent over four decades at…
S2E11 Ep 011 - AI Vs Your Money: The Future of Investing in India - Sanjiv Singhal
Welcome to the Season 2 premiere of Chai & Chips!Season 1 focused on Chips, the infrastructure powering the AI wave.Season 2 moves up the stack.We’re going beyond the hype to answer a harder…
S1E10 Ep 010 - Will AI Replace Lawyers? Navigating Indian Tech Law and Data Privacy - Karishma Sundara
Is legal compliance a stumbling block or a long-term investment for Indian startups?In this episode of Chai & Chips, I sat down with Karishma Sundara, founder of Kintsugi Law. With a decade’s…
S1E9 Ep 009 - Infinite Sum Game: Crafting India's Win-Win Global Tech Strategy - Dr Badri Narayanan
How does an economist view the complexities of the semiconductor supply chain? While engineers build the chips, it is economics, policy, and geopolitics that determine who leads the industry.In this…
S1E8 Ep 008 - What Happens When a CEO Gives It All Up? - Rahul Agarwal
What does it take to walk away from the corner office at the peak of your career? In this episode of Chai & Chips, we sit down with Rahul Agarwal, the former CEO & MD of Lenovo India, who did…
S1E7 Ep 007 - Startup at 68? An Indian Serial Chip Founder's Next Chapter - Raja Manickam
"Great companies exist because of great people."It's a common saying, but what does it mean in the high-stakes, capital-intensive world of chips?In the latest episode of the Chai & Chips podcast,…
S1E6 Ep 006 - 50 Patents & The Art of the Chip Startup in India - Parag Naik
What’s the most "foolishly brave" gamble you've ever taken in your career?For Parag Naik, a serial entrepreneur and holder of 50 international patents, it was betting nearly 75% of his family's life…
S1E5 Ep 005 - The 25/25 Vision for India's Chip Dominance - G S Madhusudan
What is the real strategy for India to win in the global semiconductor industry? It's not just about money; it's about mindset, market knowledge, and mastering the 'boring' details.In the latest…
S1E4 Ep 004 - Hard Tech & Hard Truths - Manish Singhal
Is India on the verge of becoming a global Deep Tech powerhouse? What will it take to get there?In our latest Chai and Chips episode, I sit down with Manish Singhal, Founding Partner of pi…
S1E3 Ep 003 - From Designing Chips to Curing Superbugs
How does a top executive who helped build India's semiconductor industry pivot to fight one of the world's biggest health crises?On the new Chai and Chips episode, I sit down with Dr. Anand…
S1E2 Ep 002 - India's Semiconductor Blueprint
For decades, India has been a powerhouse of engineering talent. But the next chapter isn't just about supplying talent—it's about becoming a global hub of innovation that solves critical challenges…
S1E1 Ep 001 - From defense tech to deep-tech - Dr. Sridhar Mitta's Journey
Dr. Sridhar Mitta, Wipro’s first R&D hire and longtime CTO, shares the inside story of transforming Wipro into a global innovation powerhouse. We dive into the early days of Wipro, developing…
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Chai & Chips Podcast has published 14 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Business, Education.
Chai & Chips Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 7m.
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