Episodes 314
Avg. Duration 39m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (48)
Since Sep 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Serving as both a reflective mirror and an open window into the global Indian diaspora and South Asian communities. The conversations led by Abhay Dandekar are informal and informative, adding insights and perspective to our evolving expressions of culture, confidence, and trust. New episodes weekly, on Tuesdays (and some Thursdays). Listen or watch anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate and review if your enjoying it.

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Sheel Tyle on Why He Bought an NBA Team

Jun 09, 2026 40m Transcript

What happens when a venture capitalist steps out into the front office of a major sports franchise?   In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, I sit down with entrepreneur, VC, and the new…

Megha Desai on Building a Dignity Infrastructure

Jun 02, 2026 40m Bonus Transcript

How do we move the needle from simple charity to true, lasting systems change?  Megha Desai, President of the Desai Foundation, joins the podcast to share how they have impacted over 12 million lives…

Nikita Banawalikar on Kathak Feeling Like Home

May 26, 2026 45m Transcript

In this episode, Abhay sits down with dance artist Nikita Banawalikar — a Kathak exponent, choreographer, and scholar who seamlessly bridges the gap between ancient tradition and modern…

Monica Singhal on Spirituality, Science, and Unlocking Inner Healing

May 19, 2026 54m Transcript

How does the intersection of science and spirituality unlock your inner healing? Monica Singhal joins the podcast to explain how to reconnect with yourself.In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M…

Karsh Kale on DUST and making music for his 10-year-old self

May 05, 2026 41m Transcript

What happens when a musical pioneer finds himself and his artistic voice after a period of disillutionment? In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I’M DOING, I sit down with musician, composer, and…

Dr. Priya Jaisinghani on How to Build a Metabolic Health Roadmap

Apr 28, 2026 44m Transcript

How does metabolic health govern your long-term vitality, energy, and quality of life? Dr. Priya Jaisinghani outlines why monitoring some basic lifestyle actions could prevent so many common chronic…

Harini Nilakantan on Dance Heritage in Modern Movement

Apr 21, 2026 44m Transcript

How does dance evolve beyond tradition? Harini Nilakantan joins the podcast  to explore movement as a mosaic, bridging Bharatanatyam with modern expression.In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M…

Vijay Iyer on Music as a Shared Space: Transcendant and Truthful

Apr 14, 2026 43m Transcript

How can music serve as both an anchor and a form of political resistance? What does it mean to create art in an age of "cognitive violence"? In this episode of Trust Me, I Know What I’m Doing, host…

Garima Shah on Scaling Beyond the Hustle and Human-Centric FinTech

Apr 07, 2026 30m Bonus Transcript

In a world increasingly governed by autonomous technology and integrated processes, how do we keep human passion and partnership at the center of leadership? In this episode of Trust Me, I Know What…

Rohan Bopanna on Tennis and the Art of Longevity

Mar 31, 2026 37m Transcript

What does it take to reach the World No. 1 ranking at the age of 43? In this episode of Trust Me, I Know What I’m Doing, host Abhay Dandekar sits down with recently retired Indian tennis legend Rohan…

Kiran Deol on "Didn't Die": Owning Her Humor and Feeling Good

Mar 17, 2026 32m Transcript

Actor, writer, comedian, and filmmaker Kiran Deol joins Abhay to talk about leading the new indie film Didn’t Die, navigating grief in a zombie apocalypse, and why humor is her sharpest tool for both…

AmbiKa 'B' Sanjana on Style With Purpose: From Red Carpet to Skid Row

Mar 10, 2026 41m Transcript

AmBika 'B' Sanjana, a premier Los Angeles–based South Asian American stylist and creative director, joins Abhay to talk about what it means to “author” your own style. From styling Hollywood’s elite…

Girija Oak Godbole on Acting, Motherhood, & Defining Success

Mar 03, 2026 52m Transcript

Actor and theatre artist Girija Oak Godbole (Taare Zameen Par, Jawan, Vaccine War, Quarter) joins Abhay Dandekar for an in‑depth podcast interview about acting, Marathi theatre, motherhood, and…

Poorva Joshipura on PETA International and the Threats of Animal Cruelty

Feb 24, 2026 46m Transcript

PETA International President Poorva Joshipura unpacks Survival at Stake, linking animal cruelty to pandemics, antibiotic resistance, climate change, and pollution. Abhay and Poorva chat about her…

Ankit Somani on CONIFER and replacing 1 billion gas engines

Feb 17, 2026 39m Bonus Transcript

Electric motors without rare earths, a hardware-first climate tech startup, and a mission to replace 1 billion gas engines in a decade. In this SPOTLIGHT episode, Abhay speaks with Ankit Somani, CEO…

Deepak Ramola on Being a Wisdom Historian

Feb 10, 2026 39m Transcript

Wisdom historian Deepak Ramola shares a conversation with Abhay how he collects life lessons through lived experiences and art.  Deepak reveals why trauma doesn't guarantee wisdom, why…

Mayur Chaudhari on coaching in the NFL

Feb 03, 2026 49m Transcript

Abhay chats with Mayur Chaudhuri, NFL assistant linebackers coach for the Carolina Panthers, about the emotional journey of coaching, the importance of mental health for all, and the impact of his…

Preet Chandi on Polar Exploration

Jan 27, 2026 40m Transcript

Abhay shares a chat with pioneering polar explorer Preet Chandi.  Born and raised in Derby in England, Preet is a British Army officer, a physiotherapist, and a record‑breaking adventure athlete who…

Asmita Satyarthi on Compassion, Everyday Leadership, and Global Justice

Jan 20, 2026 43m Transcript

Abhay shares a conversation with Asmita Satyarthi, the CEO of the Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion. They explore the pressing global issues of conflict, inequality, and indifference,…

Sonia Raman on Being WNBA Head Coach of the Seattle Storm

Jan 13, 2026 39m Transcript

Abhay shares a conversation with WNBA coach Sonia Raman, as she shares her journey in coaching, the importance of passion, the evolution of watching basketball, and the significance of player…

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