The Prakhar Gupta Xperience

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Welcome to PGX #225PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Bharat Chauhan — independent singer-songwriter known for his deeply personal songs about love, heartbreak and longing.Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #224PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Eric Weinstein.Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #223PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Faf du Plessis — Former South African captain and one of the country's most successful modern cricketers. Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer01:42 - Intro02:11 - Why South Africa Keep Falling Short at World Cups05:32 - The 2015 World Cup Heartbreak07:01 - Faf on the World Championship of Legends09:31 - What Faf Learned From MS Dhoni, Graeme Smith and Virat Kohli15:28 - What Is Virat Kohli Really Like Off the Field?17:56 - What Makes Virat Kohli's Intensity So Powerful?22:42 - Growing Up With AB de Villiers25:38 - Learning to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others28:33 - Faf's Biggest Strength as a Cricketer31:35 - How to Deal With Failure and Avoid BurnoutEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: #222PGX is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Harbhajan Singh — Former Cricketer.Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #221

PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to AB de Villiers, former South African cricketer and RCB legend, famously known as Mr. 360.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Trailer

02:00 - Intro02:33 - How AB de Villiers Became Mr. 360

07:28 - AB de Villiers Played With a Detached Retina

10:20 - What Did AB de Villiers Think of Virat Kohli?

15:23 - Batting With Virat Kohli

16:19 - Inside the RCB Dressing Room

19:55 - What It Felt Like When RCB Finally Won

20:57 - AB de Villiers on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

24:18 - The Most Talented Batsmen AB de Villiers Has Seen

26:26 - The Most Intimidating Indian Cricketer

29:06 - AB de Villiers on Insecurity

29:56 - South Africa's World Cup Dreams

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #218PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Jon Finer, Deputy National Security Advisor to former US President Joe Biden.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer02:35 - The Truth About Biden's Mental Health04:54 - Why US-India Relations Got So Complicated07:40 - Why Does America Need Pakistan?13:45 - How America Knew Russia Would Invade Ukraine18:18 - The Truth About Putin's Tucker Carlson Interview21:42 - Does America Really Want Regime Change?27:05 - Can Russia Actually Win The War?30:37 - Could America Use Catastrophic Force Against Iran?37:02 - Why Trump Started Believing In Military Force41:34 - What Was Really Happening With Biden's Health?45:26 - How Does The Iran War Actually End?50:31 - Is America Losing Its Grip On The World?54:04 - What Will Happen In America's Midterms?1:00:25 - Why Is Anti-Indian Hate Rising In America?1:03:46 - Can AI Destroy Democracy?1:10:52 - Can We Actually Control AI?1:20:09 - Could AI Become More Powerful Than Government?1:29:42 - Does America Have Spies Inside China?1:38:24 - The Warning About AI vs DemocracyEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest: Jon FinerThe Long Game with Jake Sullivan and Jon Finer: https://youtube.com/@podlonggame?si=4r0k8rZmu4o5qF0Hhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-with-jake-sullivan-and-jon-finer/id1850526014___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #jonfiner #iranwar #usindiarelations #trump #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: #220PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Anand Prakash, an ethical hacker and cybersecurity entrepreneur who's known for hacking Facebook, Uber and Twitter. Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer01:33 - Intro02:46 - What Can a Hacker Find Out From Your Phone Number?07:24 - How Safe Are We on the Internet?09:39 - From Hacking for Fun to Ethical Hacking13:28 - How He Became One of Facebook's Top Hackers19:07 - How He Became One of Facebook's Top Hackers22:07 - How He Found Bugs in Uber and Twitter26:27 - From Hacking Flipkart to Building His Own Company28:24 - What Happens When Your Personal Data Gets Leaked?30:02 - What Can Hackers Actually Do With Your Data?33:06 - The Truth About the Dark Web34:48 - How AI Is Changing the World of Hacking41:32 - Can Hackers Take Down Critical Infrastructure?46:10 - Can Cyberattacks Disrupt India's Essential Services?49:05 - How Secure Are Government Portals and Your Instagram?53:20 - How Hackers Trick You Into Giving Away Your Data57:23 - Can Someone Really Hack Your Account on Demand?1:12:15 - Can Apps Reveal Everything About You?1:17:03 - The Scams Every Indian Should Know About1:18:45 - Essential Cybersecurity Tips Everyone Should KnowEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #219 PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, two of South India’s biggest actors, about love, marriage, their childhoods and their upcoming film.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer01:48 - Rashmika and Vijay's first podcast03:21 - How Rashmika and Vijay First Met05:25 - When Vijay Didn’t Believe In Love07:54 - What Does Marriage Really Mean?12:28 - Why Rashmika Used To Call Vijay “Sir”15:14 - When Their Friendship Turned Into Love18:24 - Why Vijay Was Scared Of Talking To Girls25:14 - Why We Become Who We Tell Ourselves We Are27:05 - The Power Of Being Delusional36:16 - What Does A Successful Life Look Like?42:56 - What Rashmika Learned From Her Parents55:53 - Vijay and Rashmika On Their Upcoming Film58:07 - The Story Behind The Madras Famine01:01:42 - What The British Told India About The Railways01:02:52 - How History Can Shape Us TodayEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #217PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Madhukar Gangadi Reddy — Founder & CEO of MedPlus Health Services.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer03:13 - Why Fake Medicines Are Everywhere06:46 - Can Your Chemist Tell?09:58 - Is A Fake Pill Just Sugar?14:35 - Inside India’s Fake Medicine Factories17:05 - From Wharton To 47 Stores19:41 - Why Patients Chase Cheap Medicines23:00 - Is 80% Off Too Good?24:26 - Do Doctors Get Kickbacks?29:02 - The Secret Doctor-Chemist Deal31:43 - Why Medicines Could Cost Half33:16 - How To Spot Fake Medicines42:56 - Fake Paneer Reveals A Bigger Problem51:07 - Can You Really Trust MedPlus?1:01:15 - Is MedPlus Inflating Medicine Prices?1:04:24 - How Insurance Changed HealthcareEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #216PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Sharanya Iyer aka  @TrulyNomadly  — Travel Content Creator.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer02:14 - When The De*d Take Selfies08:09 - What De*th Rituals Teach Us12:14 - The Tribe That K*lled A Missionary18:30 - Why People Never Leave Havelock24:14 - India Has A Volcano?27:54 - Did Humans Learn To Swim?29:57 - Why Indians Fear Water35:28 - The Dangers Lurking Underwater46:04 - The “North Korea” Of Central Asia52:01 - The Fire Burning For 50 Years59:49 - What Hollywood Got Wrong About Voodoo01:04:54 - Walking The Slave Route01:10:42 - Why She Chooses Uncomfortable Places01:14:25 - Prakhar’s Advice When You’re Stuck01:18:40 - Where To Travel Solo In India01:30:31 - Stranded In Iran Alone01:38:25 - Why Prakhar Stopped TravelingEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #215

PGX is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to Dr. Riri G Trivedi — Indian Mental Health Professional.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Trailer

01:54 - Mental Health Isn’t Just Rich People’s Problem

04:11 - Why Everyone Feels So Lonely

05:44 - What Actually Counts As Trauma?

07:46 - The Father Who Terrified Her

08:44 - The Wound Nobody Can See

09:50 - How Boys Become Performance Machines

12:31 - Why Men Hide Things From Wives

17:29 - Can Good Parents Cause Trauma?

19:05 - When Protection Goes Too Far

20:56 - Why Siblings Turn Out Different

24:07 - The People-Pleasing Trap

28:57 - What Is A Performative Male?

32:06 - When Talking Doesn’t Heal Trauma

37:45 - When Friends Turn Against You

44:00 - The Haircut That Shamed His Son

45:52 - Does Bullying Leave Lasting Scars?

48:56 - Rewiring Fear Inside Your Body

59:08 - The Secret Behind Phobia Treatment

1:04:21 - The Man Who Feared Flying

1:09:00 - Why People Ruin Their Happiness

1:12:38 - The Self-Harm Nobody Talks About

1:18:51 - Her Toughest Parenting Decision

1:24:31 - Her Battle With Perfectionism

1:33:38 - Why Trusting People Feels Impossible

1:40:23 - When Hitting Kids Becomes Automatic

1:42:37 - The Cost Of Being Too Independent

1:46:05 - Why Men Hide Their Feelings

1:53:29 - The Boy Who Never Saw Dad Cry

1:58:36 - Why Men Never Ask For Help

1:59:50 - The Hidden Wife-Mother Conflict

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: #214PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to XAVI HERNÁNDEZ — Retired Professional Football Player.Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas. #6PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to Jason Silva — Filmmaker, Host of Brain Games.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer02:07 - Awe: Rediscover Magic in Your Life18:58 - Consciousness and Art34:23 - Is Love a Shared Hallucination?42:13 - History of Psychedelics and the Origins of Civilization50:06 - Final Stage of Evolution and AI01:07:32 - Poetry Makes Us Human01:18:25 - Transhumanism and Defeating Death01:32:31 - Closing Reflections, Jason’s Books, AI FilmmakingEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX #214

PGX conversations are simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to Salim Merchant — Singer & Music Composer.

Timestamps:

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

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Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #214PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Magnus Carlsen — Norwegian Chess Grandmaster.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer02:09 - Ranking India's Young Chess Stars04:04 - Why Everyone Needs AI Skills Now05:49 - Does Pragg Have Champion Potential?06:51 - Magnus Predicts Gukesh vs Sindarov08:04 - Gukesh's Biggest Weakness Exposed11:01 - How Magnus's Brain Actually Works13:34 - "Chess Shouldn't Plan Around Me"15:05 - Why He's Never Coming Back16:36 - Will Anyone Ever Dominate Like Him?17:53 - Can AI Ever Fully Solve Chess?19:56 - The Truth About His Hikaru Rivalry20:56 - Should The World Championship Change?21:53 - Has He Ever Felt Like The GOAT?22:33 - His Toughest Opponents Ever24:01 - His Hardest World Championship Match25:26 - The Real Story Of Beating Anand29:21 - Life Beyond The Chessboard32:52 - Rapid Fire: Is Gukesh The Best?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #213PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Ankita Kumar — Travel Content Creator.Timestamps:0:00 - Trailer1:50 - Start3:37 - Trapped In Afghanistan’s Danger Zone8:39 - The Tower Older Than Qutub Minar10:35 - Sleeping In Rural Afghanistan13:12 - Why She Avoided Kabul And Kandahar15:17 - The Girl Running School For 12,000 Students18:34 - Asking A Woman If She Hates The Taliban20:08 - What Afghan Women Really Want?23:13 - Why Afghan Kids Look Old Before Their Time25:08 - The Country No Empire Could Conquer27:57 - Crossing Into Afghanistan Alone By Road30:26 - Life Without Nightlife Or Alcohol33:13 - The Neighbor Country That Banned Burkas34:02 - Stuck Between Two Borders36:58 - Tajikistan's Hidden Rainbow Lakes41:01 - A Picnic Lunch In A War Zone42:36 - Chasing The Reindeer Tribe In Mongolia50:51 - Welcome To The Coldest City On Earth52:58 - Bathing In A Coal Sauna At -60°C54:44 - How People Use The Toilet At -70°C56:58 - Surviving Sanctions And Extreme Isolation59:04 - Cage Diving With Great White Sharks1:09:17 - The Roadies Slap Everyone Still Talks About1:20:57 - The Bengal vs Odisha Rasgulla War1:21:29 - Betting On Chicken Fights In A Village1:24:38 - A Drunk Driver's Murder Confession1:27:08 - Stranded Alone On A Remote Island1:29:38 - A Three Day Survival Challenge In The Amazon1:32:26 - An Out Of Body Experience With Ancient Medicine1:39:10 - The Secret World Of Psychedelic Plants1:44:05 - The Wild Theory Of How Humans Got Smart1:48:54 - Her Secret To Endless EnergyEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #212PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to P.G. Balakrishna Kamath — Former IB Officer.Timestamps:0:00 - Trailer1:40 - How Demonetization Broke The Naxals6:56 - How Indian Intelligence Really Changed16:07 - His Secret Life As A Field Officer21:03 - Living Undercover For Life23:28 - The Truth His Wife Never Knew28:03 - The Chai Shop Spy Story33:46 - How Pakistan And China Spy Differently36:02 - Inside A Real Honeytrap Operation40:22 - The Marines' Terrifying Heartbeat Technology45:02 - The Pager Blast Explained47:05 - The Officer With The Headache53:26 - China's Secret Cyberattacks On America58:48 - 10,000 Terabytes Stolen From China1:03:14 - Is Your Phone Always Listening?1:07:03 - The Submarine That Mysteriously Sank1:10:12 - Was Epstein An Intelligence Operation?1:17:43 - Why The US Banned Its Own AI1:21:28 - How Trump's Lie Became "Truth"1:26:05 - Were The Farmer's Protests A Campaign?1:29:13 - The $21 Million US AIDS Mystery1:33:15 - Why Intelligence Agencies Fail1:36:41 - Honeytrap Cases That Shook India1:40:54 - The 1985 Spy Who Sold Secrets1:52:14 - His Best Advice On Reading People Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #211PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Puneet Nanda — Gurunanda, CEO Timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:07 - Why 30% Of India's Cancers Are Oral04:18 - The Hidden Cancer Cause In Your Paan07:08 - Women Ignore This More Than Men08:00 - The Gum Bacteria That Attacks Your Heart09:27 - Why Your Dentist Never Checks For Cancer11:36 - Is Vaping Worse Than Smoking?14:07 - How Bleeding Gums Turn Into Bone Loss16:06 - 3 Daily Habits Ruining Your Mouth17:27 - The Toothpaste Ad That Got It All Wrong20:45 - From TikTok Fame To Walmart Shelves24:45 - The Real Reason Your Breath Smells30:21 - Why Do Tongue Cleaning?33:00 - Why Coffee Is Secretly Destroying Your Teeth35:01 - His Exact Morning Oral Care Routine40:34 - What Oil Pulling Actually Does?47:12 - The Fluoride Conspiracy Explained51:32 - How TV Ads Made You Overdose On Toothpaste54:41 - Why Your Teeth Turn Yellow59:27 - The Truth About Teeth Whitening1:00:34 - Ayurveda's Ancient Theory Of Personality Types1:02:41 - Gen Z's Ashwagandha Gummy Obsession1:09:07 - Why He'd Never Go To An Ayurvedic Hospital1:14:25 - How Yoga Lost Its Soul In America1:26:23 - The Heart Attack That Changed His Life1:33:25 - Why Your Brain Is More Powerful Than You ThinkEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #210PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Sonam Wangchuk - Indian engineer, educator, and activist.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:22 - How Sonam Wangchuk Survived 26 Days3:27 - What 26 Days Without Food Does5:04 - His Biggest Fear While Fasting6:00 - Sponsor8:41 - What He Fears More Than Death9:36 - Why He Keeps Adding Weeks12:13 - “I’ll Give My Living”14:36 - Is India Becoming A Banana Republic?19:08 - Why Hunger Wasn’t The Hardest Part22:19 - The Burger Controversy Explained28:26 - Is Abhijeet’s Background Suspicious?35:09 - Is He Really A CIA Agent?39:25 - How He Investigated CJP?44:25 - The Jodhpur Jail Story47:39 - Was Sonam Offered A Deal?50:24 - Why He Became An “Honorary Cockroach”52:33 - The Threat Behind That Tea Meeting56:01 - Why Sonam Joined The Movement1:00:43 - Sonam’s Test For CJP Protesters1:04:16 - When The Fast Started Growing1:05:41 - The Moment He Collapsed1:07:52 - Aamir Khan’s Real Connection1:10:11 - Why They Planned A Parliament March1:11:24 - Why Rahul Gandhi Got Involved1:14:25 - The Day They Forced Him Out1:18:59 - The Strange Potassium Test1:21:06 - Was His Hospital Stay Political?1:23:49 - “Sonam, It’s Done Bro”1:25:04 - Why Rahul Gandhi Never Came1:26:24 - Were They Afraid He’d Die?1:31:53 - When The Government Finally Came1:33:40 - Where The No-FIR Demand Came From1:34:53 - How The Protest Came Back1:37:26 - Why He Wanted Both Sides There1:39:59 - Why He Dropped The Resignation Demand1:41:55 - Was Delhi Near Violence?1:43:12 - The Deal Behind Ending His Fast1:46:55 - Was The Minister’s Resignation Worth It?1:49:42 - Could Sonam Wangchuk Become Education Minister?1:57:10 - Would Sonam Ever Become Minister?1:58:36 - Why Gandhi Still Matters2:01:42 - Sonam’s Vision For India2:03:34 - His Wild Idea From Jail2:07:06 - Sonam Wangchuk’s Final Message To YouthEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #209PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to IAS Tukaram Mundhe — Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe.Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:38 - Joining Maharashtra FDA

03:16 - His First Move As Commissioner

05:35 - Cracking Down On Gutka And Paan Masala

06:48 - Why He Stopped Just Sampling Food?

09:42 - Is He Scared Of Powerful People?

12:14 - Do Powerful People Try To Pressure Him?

14:37 - Has He Ever Been Offered A Bribe?

16:06 - Who's Really Behind Surrogate Ads?

19:17 - The 98% Compliant Hotel That Still Got Shut

22:56 - When The Courts Don't Back You

25:22 - What Keeps Him Going On Bad Days

29:25 - Where His Honesty Comes From

33:18 - Why Was He Punished For Doing His Job?

39:02 - Corruption Starts At Home

44:12 - His Strict One Meal A Day Diet

45:33 - The Truth About Protein Supplements

49:03 - The "100% Pure" Food Lies

53:58 - The Most Disgusting Kitchen He's Seen

55:16 - Are Big Brands Actually Safer?

1:02:03 - Why Nobody Votes For Clean Water

1:06:27 - Confronting Him On His Own Advice

1:09:35 - His Message To Gen ZEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #208PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Radhika Nomllers — Travel Content Creator.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro1:46 - She Trapped in an Underwater Whirlpool12:22 - Why She Chose the Ocean?15:15 - Swimming With Blue Whales17:49 - Swimming With Killer Whales20:38 - The Place Where You Can't Die22:11 - Inside the World's Secret Seed Vault25:36 - Depression, Darkness and Mafia27:56 - The Saddest Place She's Seen33:21 - Welcome to Hell on Earth39:31 - Kidnapped by Ethiopian Gunmen46:18 - The World's Most Unique Tribe48:18 - The Strange Iboga Ritual51:31 - Places Too Dangerous to Visit53:02 - Chasing Latin America's Wild Side58:04 - When a Bungee Jump Goes Wrong01:00:10 - Why Travel Feels Scarier Now01:04:53 - Top 5 Hidden Gems in India01:12:54 - Visit Here Before You Turn 3001:15:07 - The Ultimate Antarctic Plunge01:22:56 - She’s Vietnam Death StoryEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #207PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Dr. Sankalp Jain — S*xual Health Expert.Timestamps:00:00 - IntroSegment 1: Myths VS Facts01:33 - Masturbation: Myth or Fact?04:00 - Is Nightfall Really Unhealthy?06:01 - Does Penis Size Matter?10:54 - Turtling Syndrome: What Is It?13:16 - Do Women Want Less S*x?16:32 - Can Porn Improve Your S*x Life?18:46 - Do Condoms Reduce Pleasure?19:32 - Why Viagra Could Be The Next Pandemic23:08 - Do Men Really Want More S*x?24:04 - Can You Spot A Virgin?25:19 - Can Tight Underwear Cause Infertility?27:13 - Doctors’ #1 S*x Myth35:16 - Why Parents Avoid S*x Talks44:23 - Where Kids Learn About S*x49:32 - Pregnancy Myths People Still Believe51:33 - Circumcision & Phimosis Explained54:47 - Paraphimosis: A Medical Emergency58:41 - The Painful Side Effect Of Circumcision01:01:35 - Premature Ejaculation vs Erectile DysfunctionSegment 2: Google's Most Searched S*x Questions01:06:34 - Google’s Biggest S*x Questions01:07:02 - How Often Should Couples Have S*x?01:10:04 - Is Low Libido Normal In Your 20s?01:12:31 - Is Normal To Have No S*xual Desire?01:16:38 - Virgin At 28: Is It Normal?01:17:06 - Losing Your Erection From Nervousness01:17:32 - Not Attracted To Your Partner?01:18:08 - When Your Partner Wants More S*x01:20:00 - Never Had An Orgasm?01:21:46 - Married But S*x Life Is Terrible01:25:13 - Why Young Indians Face Fertility Issues01:28:08 - Ancient Pregnancy Wisdom We Forgot01:30:35 - Building Your Intimacy Health Team01:32:24 - The Real Meaning Of LongevityEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #206PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Ranjit Bajaj — Coach & Founder of Minerva Academy FC.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:08 - Why Indian Football Lacks Grounds04:08 - The Boy Who Beat Argentina08:17 - India Needs Champions Abroad11:28 - How To Build A World Cup Team15:16 - India Is Already Too Late19:06 - India Has 350 Million Fans23:18 - Who Is Ruining Indian Football?26:44 - The Attitude India Needs44:44 - The Problem With Football Elections56:12 - India’s Biggest Youth Football Goal59:12 - The 12-Year-Old Indian Star1:08:21 - Why India Lost Its Strikers1:20:22 - What Comes Next For Ranjit?1:26:52 - Why India Lost Its Football Edge1:30:34 - India’s Biggest Football Mistake1:44:11 - Who Should Run Indian Football?2:07:10 - He Spent Months In Jail2:22:03 - The Story Of Tata FootballEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #205PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Rajat Sood — Standup - Comic & Poet.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:56 - Start6:22 - School Love: Then vs Now19:22 - First Heartbreak24:33 - Love and Expectations32:28 - Moving On After Breakup49:55 - Dating Culture1:04:38 - Ex Sent Her Friend in His Show1:08:52 - Subject Vs Object Of Jokes1:12:48 - Fears in Life1:15:20 - Realisation 1:21:21 - Why We Underrate Successful PeopleEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #204PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Kanan Tandi — Body Language & Behaviour Expert.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:52- Reading Prakhar's Body Language4:31 - Confidence or Fake Confidence?7:00 - Anyone Can Master This9:03 - Read Anyone in Seconds12:15 - Why Words Don't Matter14:18 - The Culture Trap in Body Language18:22 - The Lie Detection Trick21:45 - Do They Secretly Like You?24:10 - Women's Hidden Signals27:40 - Decoding Alia Bhatt's Body Language31:22 - Decoding Govinda-Sunita's Body Language35:47 - Decoding Virat Kohli’s Body Language39:11 - Decoding Elon Musk's Body Language43:07 - Trump-Macron's Power Handshake Decoded48:30 - Ace Every Interview 53:59 - Leaders Never Tell You This1:03:24 - Make Anyone Trust You1:06:49 - First Date Mistakes Everyone Makes1:18:16 - The Marriage Warning Signs1:27:12 - How She Escaped Two Stalkers1:35:20 - How Prakhar Reads His GuestsEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas. #5PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to Jimmy Wales — Founder of Wikipedia.Timestamps:0:00 – IntroChapter 1: Wikipedia before AI Era2:01 – How The Internet Changed Knowledge?7:47 – Why People Called Wikipedia Fake?10:37 – TV Radio And Real Learning14:10 – Local Newspapers Are Dying16:19 – Has The World Lost MysteryChapter 2: Is AI Replacing Wikipedia22:33 – Is AI The New Wikipedia29:12 – Does AI Really Help You Study33:59 – Cheating With Wikipedia In SchoolChapter 3: Wikipedia’s Approach to Neutrality39:08 – How Wikipedia Finds The Truth43:13 – When AI Lies And Breaks Trust53:29 – Can Wikipedia Stay Neutral59:56 – Is Elon Musk's AI Biased1:14:21 – Chatbots VS Search EnginesChapter 4: Fake Expertise in the AI Era1:21:04 – Fake Experts Are Everywhere Now1:26:32 – AI Is Curing Diseases1:31:30 – AI Will Take Coders JobChapter 5: Wikipedia’s Plan for the AI Era1:35:11 – Can Wikipedia Survive The AI Age1:49:54 – Fake Images And Lost TruthEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #203PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to  @Harshgujral  — Stand-Up Comedian.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:12 - Do Comedians Love Comedians? 04:54 - Finding Your Own Comedy Style08:43 - Nonstop Tours And Growing Fame10:30 - Trolls, Controversy And Telegram Hate13:21 - Meeting Raju Srivastava On A Flight17:17 - The Banned Escape Room Show20:00 - Online Outrage And Gender Wars21:36 - Crazy Fans At Corporate Shows23:54 - Meeting Amitabh Bachchan On KBC28:00 - Flying Straight From Plane To Stage30:02 - Inside Khatron Ke Khiladi Shoot37:13 - Khatron Vs Traitors Compared41:21 - How Fans And Family React44:06 - Why Real Change Needs Offline Action46:11 - The Viral Mother Vs Wife Reel53:16 - Why He Still Isn't Married59:06 - Losing Trust In Social Media01:02:23 - Friends, Fame And Real MoneyEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #202PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Vijay Varma, an Indian actor best known for his work in Hindi films and web series.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro

1:56 - Why Boys Avoid to Talk?

4:39 - Leaving Home and Growing Up

6:31 - Why Personality Sells More Than Talent?

10:09 - Getting Inside A Character's Mind

17:03 - Things He's Still Scared To Do

23:29 - Crazy Maradona Doping Story

26:29 - He Rejected By Every Acting School

29:59 - What Real Acting Training Feels Like

34:12 - How His Dad Showed He Cared

37:03 - The Lie That Changed His Path

40:51 - Why Guilt Followed Him Everywhere

45:47 - Vijay Varma on Superstardom

48:55 - What is His Biggest Fears?

56:20 - What Else Does He Do in His Free Time?

1:04:43 - His Favorite Video Games?

1:08:41 - The Best Show You've Never SeenEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #201

PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to Raghav Juyal — Indian Actor and Dancer.

Timestamps:

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #200PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Amit Kilhor — UPSC Educator & Founder of ResolveIAS. Timestamps:0:00 - Current Situation After Wangchuk's Arrest7:21 - When India Against Corruption in IAC13:33 - Exam Leaks in India16:13 - Who Is Responsible for Paper Leaks?22:15 - Who Is Sonam Wangchuk?26:37 - Is This Protest Fake or Real?30:30 - Why Trust In Protests Is Broken?38:35 - 95000 Government Schools Shut Down, Why?42:41 - The Foreign Funding Allegation47:16 - The Court Case That Embarrassed Govt.52:27 - The Anti National Label Game56:17 - How Sonam Wangchuk Removed From Jantar Mantar1:03:04 - The E20 Fuel Policy Explained1:06:54 - Why Your Car Mileage Dropped1:11:58 - Ethanol Costs More Than Petrol1:16:49 - Who Really Holds The Power in India?1:20:05 - Every Protest Looked Illegal Once1:24:35 - What Happens In The Next Days?1:26:43 - Wangchuk Arrested Live Updates1:30:17 - Opposition Parties Join The FightEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #199PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Tom Holland & Matt Damon, the cast of ‘The Odyssey’.Timestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:54 - Christopher Nolan Odyssey Production2:43 - How They Shoot Scenes3:18 - Why Facing IMAX Cameras Are Difficult4:24 - Tom Holland Talks About His Experience5:01 - The Toughest Day on Set6:05 - Favorite Scene of the Odyssey7:20 - What They Love About Each Other8:46 - What does Odyssey Means11:00 - Message for Indian FansEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #198PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Kiku Sharada — Indian Comedian and Actor.Timestamps:0:00 - Trailer1:49 - His India's Got Latent Experience5:40 - How Comedy Changed Over Time10:21 - Funny Memes and Being Confident17:46 - Thoughts Behind the Characters21:41 - Scripted Jokes or Live Comedy?27:25 - Scripting of The Kapil Sharma Show34:07 - Rajesh Arora and Other Characters42:35 - The Accha Yadav Character46:49 - Best Jokes From FIR Show58:52 - Getting Famous and Recognized1:02:52 - Comedy Teaches Life Lessons1:06:21 - Why New Comedians Get Criticized1:17:15 - Movies and Shows He Watch with Family1:21:46 - AI, Comedy, and the FutureEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #197PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Yash Arora — Indian Football Content Creator.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:34 - Was This Match Rigged?9:47 - Cape Verde's Amazing Underdog Story16:29 - Portugal's Sad Exit and Ronaldo Talk21:00 - The Most Exciting Matches So Far25:06 - Best Goals and Top Goalkeepers28:17 - Why Everyone Loves Haaland35:13 - Meet the Next Football Superstars40:51 - Neymar: Talent Gone to Waste?45:30 - Maradona's Shocking Cocaine Story50:32 - Fame, Drugs and Staying Safe55:57 - Messi, Kane and World Cup Stars1:01:32 - Altitude Trouble and Germany's Shock Exit1:05:35 - Bellingham's Fearless Rise to Stardom1:10:35 - Explaining Messi's Magic to Kids1:17:08 - Predicting Every World Cup Match1:22:33 - Rayan Cherki: France's Secret Weapon1:27:31 - Mbappe's Nickname and Crazy Memes1:37:17 - How Football Tactics Changed Forever1:42:54 - Why Managers Matter So Much1:46:54 - Managing Superstar Egos1:50:50 - The Magic of Watching Sports1:55:37 - India's Growing Football Passion2:00:26 - Becoming a Football CoachEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #196PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Mohammed Anas Khan — Travel Creator.Timestamp:0:00 - Trailer2:03 - Experience as a Traveler 5:25 - Madagascar Wild De*d Body Ritual14:29 - He Met Real Life Zo*bies27:04 - How He Entered in North Korea46:53 - How He was Arrested in DR Congo?1:06:41 - Life in the Poorest African Country1:18:19 - Why Somalia is Most Armed Capital in the World?1:25:51 - He Almost Di*d in Antarctica1:38:25 - Where He was Going Next?1:41:15 - His Experience in the Bermuda Triangle?1:45:57 - He got banned from travelingEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #195PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Avinash Mada — Founder of Freedom with AI.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction3:18 - Meet The AI Predictor Guest7:17 - Why America Banned Fable 59:17 - What Claude Mythos Really Means10:31 - What Is AGI Exactly?14:47 - Why Next 5 Years Will Be Wild16:31 - Half Of New Jobs Will Vanish Soon21:22 - Could Job Loss Turn Violent?23:12 - Asking Claude About Job Loss Live27:40 - The Freedom With AI Framework46:26 - His Personal Story54:57 - Finding Peace Through Spirituality1:10:45 - Why Spirituality Beats AI Here1:13:12 - A Financial Crash Is Coming?1:17:06 - Why Everything Will Cost Zero because of AI?1:19:56 - After AI What Will Humans Do Then?1:22:16 - Can India Keep Up With AI?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #194PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Amit Kilhor — UPSC Educator & Founder of ResolveIAS. Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction3:00 - Start5:00 - India's Superpower Dream9:34 - India Lives In Western Civilization19:25 - AI Will Leave India Behind23:09 - What Is Actually Good In India?28:38 - Bureaucracy Is Killing India's Growth34:03 - Elections Are Breaking The Country43:21 - Bad Infrastructure Is India's Biggest Enemy49:31 - Can Gen Z Fix India?56:52 - Let Young People Make Mistakes58:24 - Is OnlyFans Bad For Society?1:04:17 - Is Western Life Really Better?1:13:37 - Why Rising Divorces Are Good1:15:34 - Marriage Changes Your Whole Life1:25:34 - Dating Apps Are Ruining Relationships1:34:14 - How To Find Real Love1:41:22 - Why Indians Love Fake Outrage1:44:54 - The Real Samay Raina Truth1:51:23 - Cancel Culture Has Gone Too Far2:00:05 - Social Media Is Making Us Crazy2:09:10 - Indians Don't Pay Attention Anymore2:23:00 - Indian Entrepreneurs Are Saving India2:36:12 - Kunal Shah Changed The Game2:45:28 - Closing Thoughts And Final Questions2:53:21 - Government Schools Will Save IndiaEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #193PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Dr. M — Certified Indian Hypnotist.Timestamps:0:00 - Trailer3:17 - He Plants A Number In My Head7:07 - Magicians vs Mind Readers9:06 - Real Hypnosis Happens Right Now13:42 - He Made Him Forget Wife's Name18:21 - Unlocking iPhone With Someone's Face24:37 - Hand Glued To The Table32:13 - This Guy Forgot Number Three38:43 - She Forgot Her Own Name42:30 - Waking Hypnosis Explained Live48:47 - Is Hypnosis Real Or Fake?49:39 - Why Driving Zones You Out54:06 - Hypnotizing Someone Over Text56:00 - The Dark Side Of Hypnosis1:07:29 - He Reads A Childhood Memory1:12:32 - Chess Mind Reading Live1:21:00 - The Secret Behind Mentalism1:34:43 - What Humans Are Really Like1:37:22 - They Draw The Same Animal Blindly1:47:00 - Water Bottle Feels Like 100kg1:58:21 - The Hidden Number Finally RevealedEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas. #4PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to Tyler Cowen — American economist and author.Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome0:44 - AI: smarter but still slow5:23 - Who really has good timing?9:07 - How AI changes news forever12:53 - Will AI become too expensive?17:05 - Can governments actually stop AI?20:03 - Will AI kill our jobs?25:27 - Why people are having fewer kids29:52 - What will be rare and precious?34:34 - AI as the perfect therapist?39:09 - Does AI actually think like us?45:03 - AI, war, love and relationships49:56 - Journalism, status and AI future56:23 - The world is a big mess1:04:47 - BRICS, NATO and new world order1:09:23 - Immigration, China and India explained1:15:49 - Rapid fire: overrated or underrated?1:21:36 - Where could Tyler be wrong?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #191PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat — Former Militant & Indian Army Undercover Operative.Timestamps:0:00 - Trailer 1:59 - The Birth of a Radical [ The real story of ter*orist ]53:11 - (RE)TURNED [ The making of a spy ] 2:31:23 - Now they know [ The cover is blown ]3:50:39 - A reflection [ in Love ]Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Jonty Rhodes — South African Cricket Legend.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro3:19 – The Hansie Cronje Incident16:41 – The Tragic Plane Crash Story21:33 – Reacting Old Cricket Videos52:27 – Jonty's Daughter India Connection55:00 – Jonty's First Game Against India57:13 – What Jonty Thought About Sachin?1:05:07 – Picking the Best Cricket Team Ever1:11:48 – How IPL Changed Cricket Forever1:17:00 – Spotting Young Cricket Superstars1:20:12 – Why Mindset Matters in Sports1:25:32 – Why Focus on the Process, Not Results?1:30:13 – What Makes Bumrah So Tricky1:35:25 – Is Kohli's Anger a Problem?1:40:01 – Kohli vs Tendulkar: Who's Better?1:42:40 – Why Rohit Sharma Looks So Easy1:45:20 – MS Dhoni's Secret Leadership TrickEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #189PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Anirudhya Mitra — an Investigative Journalist, Author & Screenwriter.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:39 - The Legend Rameshwar Nath Kao (R.N. Kao)16:17 - The Real PNS Ghazi Story26:13 - India's Secret Nuclear Bomb Test34:30 - The PM Who Accidentally Blew India's Cover43:42 - Ravindra Kaushik: The Black Tiger's Mission49:44 - How India Plans Secret Assassinations1:00:27 - The Spy Gear That Saved Siachen Glacier1:08:10 - RAW vs IB vs NIA: Who Does What?1:11:43 - How RAW Was Born To Split Pakistan1:22:12 - India Trained The Wrong Side in Sri Lanka1:28:55 - Rajiv Gandhi's Assassination: What We Know1:39:42 - Do India Really Have Spies Everywhere?1:46:32 - RAW vs CIA vs Mossad: Who Wins?1:50:37 - India's Spies Even Went Into UkraineEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #188PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Brinda Sharma — Travel Vlogger & Content Creator.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction2:41 - Her untold story6:02 - Sponsor7:18 - Trapped at 17,000 feet12:09 - Her worst shortcut18:56 - An unforgettable solo trip25:16 - College trip disaster36:07 - Scary night at Chandrataal43:12 - Ladakh48:04 - Entering restricted army land59:18 - Sleeping at -32°C1:07:43 - India's mountain adventures1:11:09 - Goa1:14:21 - Maldives1:16:41 - Meghalaya 1:19:29 - Hidden Waterfall1:26:17 - Norway1:32:19 - Russia1:34:33 - Why Travel?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #187PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Akash Chaudhary — Traveller & Content Creator. Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction03:13 – Merchant Navy life story04:40 – Ship sinking live09:04 – Darkest night at sea19:00 – The real life story on ship36:30 – Ethiopia hottest place trip44:14 – Near death fall moment50:30 – Masai tribe blood ritual52:58 – Why travelers are happiest56:54 – My iPhone stolen in Africa01:01:59 – Turkey denies Kashmir claim01:11:11 – Why India needs strict rules01:17:41 – China’s shocking infrastructure01:23:54 – Chongqing the mountain city01:32:39 – China one city product01:36:17 – Why Africa stays poorEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #186PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Piyush Nangru — Founder of Vedam School of Technology. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:38 - What do students fear in AI age?07:03 - Is your expensive college worth it09:07 - Are Students learning wrong things?13:42 - Marks are misleading you16:36 - What is broken in Indian education18:00 - Gap between classroom and real world25:09 - New age vs old school students29:55 - Biggest opportunities in AI era?31:31 - If AI does everything what's left33:33 - Which skills are now useless36:13 - How AI will impact teachers38:37 - What can AI never replace40:16 - Self learning with AI43:57 - Should you risk everything for education49:29 - IIT student vs self taught who wins50:53 - Advice for Indian parents57:00 - Why students need builder mindset59:05 - AI jobs are already here01:01:20 - Final advice for studentsEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #185PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Kinjal Chaudhary — World Affairs & Geopolitics EducatorTimestamps:0:00 – Intro1:59 – Is the Iran war really over?3:52 – How China outsmarted Trump6:24 – Trump's plan in Venezuela & Panama8:24 – Why America keeps losing wars15:20 – Who really runs the world?19:05 – Signs the world is changing fast23:06 – Why China and America need each other24:39 – How America helped China become powerful30:26 – PM Modi’s Europe visit explained36:03 – Why Europe needs India so much41:23 – India-Europe deal that China stopped46:17 – What's the Norway journalist issue?58:05 – What India must prepare for next1:06:01 – India’s biggest problems right now1:15:01 – How freebies hurt India’s future1:21:43 – Industries that will rule the future1:24:05 – What Indians must understand nowEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #184

PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to Shashank Udupa — SEBI Registered Research Analyst.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:25 - Why the Cockroach Janata Party went viral

11:02 - Why PM Modi warned people about gold

16:47 - Is PM’s speech a temporary shock or deeper?

22:17 - Is economic setback is structural collapse or temporary

25:33 - Lessons from the 2013 crash

31:41 - How India’s economy changed after 2020

35:10 - Why foreign investors are leaving India

42:28 - How the energy crisis affects India

49:34 - How Fixing energy dependence will fix everything

53:54 - Should you travel abroad or stay home?

01:00:40 - Why India should use electric vehicles

01:03:00 - Too many problems hitting at once

01:06:40 - Advice for Middle Class

01:13:33 - Why does PM Modi do too many foreign trips?

01:20:29 - Is the world order changing?

01:27:00 - The future of India

01:34:57 - Advice for Young Indians

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #183PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Anirudhya Mitra — an Investigative Journalist, Author & Screenwriter.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 02:58 - The story of the IC814 hijack 09:42 - The hijackers’ demands 15:06 - Vajpayee makes the hard call 17:53 - A very important passenger inside the plane 22:07 - What Doval was thinking at that time 26:54 - He planned to ki*l Dawood 30:32 - Doval’s secret mission that failed 37:19 - Doval’s very first job 39:39 - Doval’s role in Sikkim’s merger with India 48:18 - Doval’s story as an undercover officer in Pakistan 51:41 - The Black Thunder story 54:17 - Why Doval became a living legend 01:07:40 - The story behind his posting in Pakistan 01:11:28 - Spying on the Kahuta nuclear plant 01:22:42 - Operation Sindoor: the nuclear scare moment 01:25:23 - What is the Doval doctrine? 01:32:52 - India-Canada relations 01:36:41 - Did India’s spy network grow after 2014? 01:41:58 - Will there be another Doval? 01:45:31 - The rescue story of the UAE king’s daughter Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas.PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to  @timferriss  Author, Investor and Host of The Tim Ferriss Show.Timestamps:00:00 — Life Is a Game You Get to Design13:10 — AI Won't Save You30:11 — The Golden Age of Medicine43:21 — India's Biggest Bet52:26 — Know Your Direction First 01:15:53 — Why Tim Quit Social Media01:23:16 — The Longevity Lie01:50:47 — What Scares Tim FerrissEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #182PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Dr. Rakshita Singh Bangar — a Doctor & NEET Bio Educator on YouTube.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:43 - How did the paper leak?08:40 - Why was the exam cancelled so fast?09:56 - The fake "Guess Paper" copies12:42 - The Process how NTA works15:38 - How Paper leak rackets actually works18:14 - Can we trust NTA again?20:51 - Why only studying isn't enough30:16 - Rich kids don't need NEET34:33 - What students go through on exam day39:54 - Online learning gave poor kids hope50:29 - My message on NEET 2026 leaks51:26 - Why People left India after MBBS57:36 - The truth about NEET coaching centers01:02:09 - Life after selection in NEET01:06:32 - What to do for Re-NEET Exams01:15:12 - What teachers feel after the leak01:27:43 - Kids worry about disappointing parents01:40:18 - Is fighting for NEET pointless?01:44:37 - Hard truth for every NEET studentEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas. #3PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to Graham Bruce Hancock - British author known for promoting pseudoscientific explanations of ancient civilizations and hypothetical lost lands.Timestamps:00:00 – Is India way older than we think?02:48 – The Yuga Concept in India06:55 – A lost world before our world08:38 – India was bigger during the Ice Age09:40 – Ram Setu was actually REAL13:13 – How old the India is?18:32 – The story of Manu and the great flood25:14 – Why did all old civilizations start together?29:34 – The comet that may have destroyed everything40:46 – Archaeology is missing huge parts of the World48:53 – The number 108 isn't a coincidence55:49 – Kailash Nath Temple still shocks scientists today1:00:40 – The Pyramid knows the size of Earth1:10:01 – Yoga was never just an exercise1:13:51 – He found an underwater city near India1:22:42 – Why number 7 is so unique?1:30:50 – Do he believes on Aliens?1:36:39 – How knowing our past can change everythingEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Sanjay Mishra — Indian ActorTimestamps:00:00 - Welcome to Raw & Real03:10 - Delhi’s pollution 07:45 - TV dramas, police corruption & dialogues 16:00 - Copy-paste formula of Bollywood24:00 - Bollywood copies hollywood? 32:10 - Movie Recommendations by Sanjay33:50 - Vadh 239:20 - Power of Cinema52:30 - Sanjay gets emotional while talking about his father1:10:45 - food stories / cheap thrills / simple pleasures 1:16:25 - Are we forgetting our culture?1:25:00 - What works in India?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #181PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Parmish Verma — singer, actor, and director in the Punjabi entertainment industry.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer01:20 - Fun moments with Parmish05:25 - Understanding ADHD simply08:48 - How social media rewires minds10:09 - Inside the alien disclosure14:44 - AI’s impact on the internet20:50 - Why he bought a film camera23:10 - What Parmish thinks of me29:28 - Parmish’s Lamborghini story33:01 - The expensive green color39:55 - How controversies are created50:22 - Lessons from my grandfather1:09:24 - Parmish’s next movie teaser1:13:27 - The real story of Shera1:25:30 - Why he avoided movies1:32:24 - Parmish at my wedding1:40:09 - Ayahuasca, DMT & drugs1:50:17 - Balancing family and career1:53:12 - Parmish on KanyeEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Vishnu Som — News anchor and journalist at NDTV.Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer and Intro02:32 - Pakistan’s drone strategy explained05:26 - Satellite proof of India’s win16:03 - How laser weapons work26:20 - How India makes its drones31:07 - How Israel hits targets precisely35:24 - The exploding pager operation40:41 - Which country has the strongest military?43:16 - Comparison of the fighter jets47:19 - How stealth jets hide from radar54:17 - How ai is changing war57:04 - The ai drone that kills01:02:24 - Will ai replace human jobs?01:10:03 - Are aliens actually real?01:14:47 - EndEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #179PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Lt. Gen. Satish Dua — Rretired General Officer of Indian ArmyTimestamps:00:00 - Intro04:18 - Did India bomb Nuclear sites?07:09 - Why Bahawalpur was targeted08:28 - Why Pakistan wanted ceasefire09:43 - Did Trump mediate ceasefire?13:41 - 3 reasons India won for sure16:37 - How Pakistan changed 1971 story25:13 - Army response after Pahalgam Attak29:57 - India’s biggest weapon against Pakistan34:28 - How India targeted 9 teror camps43:29 - Inside 'Operation Sindoor' war room51:18 - How India handled nuclar threats01:01:27 - Operation Sindoor Step by Step01:10:58 - Why Pakistan didn’t use Nuks?01:24:27 - Pakistan Army’s role in country01:33:40 - Why India needs local weapons?01:39:32 - EndEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #178 PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Nazakat Ahmad Ali Shah — Tourist Guide & Shawl TraderTimestamps:00:00 - Meet Nazakat Ahmad Ali Shah01:42 - Story of Pahalgam att*ck25:26 - Horrific night after incident34:40 - Nazakat's welcome in Chhattisgarh38:26 - Where ter*or*sts came from44:02 - Ter*or*sts asked names, religion, and shot them50:39 - What Locals speak against att*ck?59:05 - Award for his bravery01:03:46 - Nazakat's message to everyone01:07:56 - ENDEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #177PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Sushant Sareen — Pakistan watcher and journalistTimestamps:00:00 - Intro02:58 - Pakistani audience and their comments04:52 - Indian views on Pakistan09:58 - Why Pakistan prefers Congress over Modi?15:10 - Why Pakistan is artificial country20:48 - Origin of Urdu is INDIA, not PAKISTAN22:24 - Pakistan blames Hindus29:46 - India Pakistan economic history34:54 - Pakistan hides terrorists40:03 - Pakistan has used jihadis since 194847:11 - Pakistan’s economic situation51:43 - Pakistan’s weak points57:34 - Why the Middle East is critical for India01:00:50 - The World has changed forever01:04:58 - India is not a superpower yet01:10:15 - The Army controls Pakistan01:17:14 - America using Pakistan against India01:20:33 - Operation Sindoor & nuclear bluff01:22:44 - Why is india proud of indian americans?01:28:26 - Why Balochistan wants freedom from Pakistan01:31:54 - Pakistan’s internal wars01:38:15 - ENDEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #176PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Sujan R. Chinoy — Former Indian Ambassador (Japan, Mexico) and the Director General of the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defense Studies and Analyses.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro 02:45 – How China views the world 06:16 – Is China a military superpower? 09:09 – How China plans global dominance 15:23 – Why China avoids Iran war 22:55 – Will China attack Taiwan? 37:21 – China’s plan for 2049 40:52 – How China cheated India 47:40 – Story of the 1962 India-China war 52:10 – Why China ignores India as rival 57:19 – Why China fears Indian democracy 01:06:12 – Why India is less developed 01:11:06 – Why Pakistan talks with US and Iran 01:30:27 – Is Trump against diplomacy? 01:35:19 – Why “Middle East” is misleading 01:43:34 – Who controls global oil supply? 01:46:43 – Why India’s fuel prices stayed stable 01:58:38 – India’s diplomatic strategy explained 02:02:24 – How Iran controls Strait of Hormuz 02:09:12 – End Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #175 PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Anil Kumar Trigunayat — Former Ambassador of India to Jordan, Libya & Malta.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro 01:50 – What leaders discuss in power rooms 06:04 – What does Israel want now? 09:06 – The Greater Israel plan explained 16:38 – Why doesn’t Netanyahu want to stop the war 20:17 – Why India’s no-alliance policy was smart 26:38 – Did the US want regime change in Iran? 31:11 – The history of Iranian civilization 40:36 – Trump wants out but is unsure how 49:59 – Does the US aim to block China’s oil? 01:04:41 – Is Iran winning the war? 01:12:20 – Is World War III possible? 01:19:42 – EndEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #174PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Aditya Raj Kaul a well known journalist and researcher behind the Dhurandhar Film.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:09 - Why Dhurandhar is a generational film6:14 - Reason behind Dhurandhar Success7:09 - Is Hamza Ali Mazari Exist in real life?8:23 - Delhi Blast & Islamabad court bombing connection9:53 - Enforced disappearances in Balochistan11:21 - Kulbhushan Jadhav Story13:18 - Theory behind Pakistani army colonel kidnapped to India14:29 - Dawood Ibrahim20:13 - Underworld funding in Bollywood films23:39 - Gurpatwant Singh Pannun's threats to Aditya26:12 - Is Atiq Ahmed's portrayal in Dhurandhar accurate?28:49 - Zahoor Mistry link to IC-81434:34 - Dhurandhar's Opening Scene37:02 - How unknown gunmen operate38:58 - How ISI spies operated during Galwan39:29 - How ISI collect intelligence42:50 - Chinese Spy in Delhi & Noida45:32 - Demonetisation in Dhurandhar47:11 - Why did Khanani brother die right after Demonetisation?50:03 - Why People criticizing Dhurandhar53:15 - Dhurandhar's Craze in Pakistanis54:17 - Ashlam Chaudhry's Character57:10 - Aditya's Personal Story59:01 - Aditya on Samay Raina's Journey1:02:14 - No charges in Kashmiri Pandit killings1:03:16 - Article 370 removal1:06:03 - Why J&K police is not under State?1:08:03 - J&K Politician on Article 3701:09:50 - Jameel Jamali Character in Dhurandhar1:12:18 - Arnav Goswami & Altaf Hussain1:14:06 - Who is Major Iqbal in real life?1:16:28 - Who is Tahawwur Rana1:17:17 - Ilyas Kashmiri 1:17:58 - Aditya's interview with Syed Salahuddin1:19:40 - Masood Azhar & Pulwama Attack Prediction1:22:04 - Mysterious killings in Pakistan1:24:52 - J&K Police covert operations inside Pakistan1:28:00 - Major Iqbal's identity1:29:19 - David Headley's role1:30:01 - Honey Trap Operations from Pakistan in INDIA1:31:35 - Who is CIA operative VanDyke who caught in India1:35:28 - Trump's Peace Deals1:38:29 - Israel's Stand on Pakistan1:39:43 - PM Modi's Israel visit before the Middle East war1:41:29 - Experience during Reuven Azar interview1:41:53 - Aditya's Experience in Israel1:44:15 - Why India and Israel has strong relation1:46:20 - Surprising Israel-Pakistan secret connections revealed1:48:02 - My & Aditya's take on this interview1:50:02 - How Dhurandhar changed the standard of Indian cinema [END]Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #173 PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Dr. Nandini Seth, one of India’s best AI educators.Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:21 - Why This AI Conversation is Different04:38 - How to use AI in your life06:53 - Why AI is Creating So Much Anxiety Right Now08:55 - Organisations Have No Real AI Strategy12:48 - AI vs Internet17:18 - Who Feels the Most AI Anxiety?19:53 - Why Companies Are Confused About AI22:28 - Should AI even exist?27:23 - Real reason behind job loss35:38 - Should Children be taught maths now?40:33 - How is AI used in education?47:23 - What things AI can't replace49:58 - The Real History of AI52:53 - Advice for people who are not engineers56:18 - Which industries will AI destroy first?1:00:03 - Will Doctors exist in future?1:11:23 - Will Content creators be jobless?1:17:53 - You are using your AI wrong1:20:08 - 90-Day Career Advice1:22:33 - Do NOT Share your personal data with AI (Privacy risk)1:25:13 - Who is Responsible When AI Makes Mistakes?Enjoy.— Prakhar

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Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Deepanshu Sangwan —  @NomadicIndian  Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer0:49 - Weird Red Light Culture in Japan8:44 - He met Taliban?18:51 - Tragic history of Afganistan28:30 - The most Beautiful part of India: North East38:53 - Near Death experience in Russia48:10 - Scariest travel experiences56:54 - He got lost in Gobi Desert?1:13:34 - Gun Markets and Ethnic Tensions1:18:44 - Trade can stop wars?1:24:55 - Why India is Losing the Global Image War1:30:21 - The Tragic Reality of Modern Syria & Iran1:35:19 - Somalia: Pirates, Guns, and Visa Bans1:38:06 - Mongolian Nomads and Horse ArcheryEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Deepanshu SangwanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomadic.indian/X: https://x.com/nomadic_1ndianYouTube:  @NomadicIndian  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nomadic.1ndian/___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #nomadicindian #travel #travelvlog #japan #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Ashish Chanchlani - Content CreatorTimestamps:0:00 – Trailer00:40 – Latent Apology4:21 – What happened at the Police Station?14:50 – Samay is better than Ricky Gervais18:24 – Why Ashish Avoids Relationships22:30 – Can Long-distance relationship work26:07 – Love vs Lust Explained30:56 – The Real Problem With Indian Weddings36:40 – what makes a relationship work48:10 – Creator Life BTS52:25 – Disadvantages of Fame57:40 – Dealing With Public Judgment1:02:10 – If He Could Restart Everything…1:07:30 – Advice for Young Creators1:12:45 – Industry Dark Secrets1:18:20 – Dark Side of Content Creation1:24:10 – What Happened after controversy1:30:05 – What Success Actually Means1:36:40 – Personal Philosophy ShiftEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Ashish ChanchlaniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashishchanchlaniX: https://x.com/ashchanchlaniYouTube:  @ashishchanchlanivines  ___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #ashishchanchlani #ekaki #latent #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Gaurav Gupta — ComedianTimestamps:00:00 - Trailer0:45 - Why Gaurav Do Not Go On Podcasts3:45 - Gaurav is the Craziest Comedian5:50 - Jaats Are My Biggest Fans9:30 - Was he Always the Funny Kid in School?12:40 - I Was the Shortest in 10th Standard16:00 - Mimicry and first stage experience19:45 - I Wanted to Be a Doctor Not a Comedian23:00 - First Open Mic Experience25:00 - The Joke That Started Everything29:00 - I Never Write My Jokes Down33:00 - Story Behind First Viral Video36:15 - Why Baniya vs Punjabi Jokes Actually Work41:00 - Nobody Warned Me About Marriage45:10 - Comedy is Meant to be Watched Live?50:00 - Samay, Bassi, Zakir, Gaurav Kapoor and Upmanyu1:00:00 - The Storytelling of Zakir1:09:00 - Baniya Family Dynamics1:16:30 - Why I Left Dentistry1:28:00 - How Tough is a Doctor's Life in IndiaEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Gaurav GuptaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaurav_comicYouTube:  @gauravgupta6685  ___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #gauravgupta #comedy #indiancomedy #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Aditya Pratap Singh — Geopolitics educatorTimestamps:00:00 - Trailer and Intro02:58 - PM Modi's warning: LPG crisis is the NEW COVID?16:09 - The Ayatollah’s Successor: A more dangerous Iran?35:05 - US Spy caught in India41:53 - 100 year war in Middle East1:11:32 - Is Pakistan still relevant1:26:45 - How the conflict finally endsEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Aditya Pratap SinghYouTube: @WorldAffairsUnacademy ___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #IranVsUSA #HormuzCrisis #MiddleEastWar #Geopolitics #worldnews #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Ankit Agrawal — Educator at StudyIQ IASTimestamps:00:00 - Why we made this episode01:36 - Ajit Doval — the real Dhurandhar of India11:28 - India built its spy agency from scratch after 194722:45 - RN Kao — the man who created R&AW33:02 - Ajit Doval in Pakistan, Sikkim integration & the Kandahar hijack47:43 - “Unknown” gunmen, Kulbhushan Jadhav and Balochistan01:03:26 - How Intelligence wins you warsEnjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ankitmay28X: https://x.com/ankitmay28YouTube: @StudyIQEducationLtd ___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #studyiq #dhurandhar #ajitdoval #ranveersingh #adityadhar #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Reuven Azar — 10th Ambassador of Israel to IndiaTimestamps:00:00 - Is PM Netanyahu Dead?04:13 - Israel's motivations behind attacking Iran13:36 - USA & Israel's anticipation of the Iranian military response18:59 - Evidence of Israel's claims against Iran26:08 - War's effect on India29:16 - PM Modi's Visit to Israel35:31 - Can Israel Trust Donald Trump?45:04 - How Does This War End?Enjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Reuven AzarInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuven.azar.3X: https://x.com/reuvenazar___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #israel #isrealnews #israelwar #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX Ideas.PGX Ideas is where I sit with people who think for a living — scientists, philosophers, builders, and the occasional genius who doesn't fit any category.These conversations are dense. They're long. They won't give you a shortcut.If you're looking for something light, that's PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIn this episode, I spoke to Varun Mayya — Media Entrepreneur.Timestamps:00:00 - Start01:06 - Where are we in the AI story right now?01:36 - Jobs are JUST 300 years old04:00 - If AI replaces humans, who pays for stuff???07:00 - Mind reading technology10:00 - Cameras changed human psychology and social behavior13:00 - Elon and X17:43 - Is AGI here?18:21 - Varun's conversation with Demis Hassabis (Google DeepMind)19:11 - Can AGI be better than Einstein?20:12 - Moravec's paradox and why computer use is harder than chess21:10 - Embodied AGI and robotics — why it's 10-Moravec'saway26:00 - Why human intelligence is fundamentally emotional28:05 - Theory of mind — do LLMs actually have it?28:25 - Why Varun won't give AI rights yet33:00 - Does AI show signs of self-preservation and agency?34:00 - Stanford Pokemon experiment36:00 - AIs developing their own language!!!48:00 - Students would pay to leave TikTok55:33 - Varun's business model explained57:00 - How to create millions of views?01:01:00 - The storyteller eats the world01:03:00 - Shah Rukh Khan, PR seeding and suspended reality01:07:00 - The Facebook poke button01:17:00 - We made a mistake connecting identity to work01:20:00 - Why office politics is good01:26:00 - What do people do when work disappears01:35:45 - Varun at the PM office01:43:00 - Bangalore Police using AI for 112 calls01:43:44 - Varun's advice for the 99% whose jobs are at risk01:50:00 - Indians complain too much01:51:36 - Varun's identity reset after selling his last company01:57:00 - India should learn from ChinaEnjoy.— Prakhar_________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextFor more ideas, insight, and perspective → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbCIf you're looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX: Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbx_________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/_________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Varun MayyaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevarunmayyaX: https://x.com/waitin4agi_YouTube:  @VarunMayya  LinkedIn : https://in.linkedin.com/in/varunmayya_________________________________________________________________________________________________TeamHost — Prakhar GuptaProduced by — Ansh Bhatnagar and Govind Vashistha_________________________________________________________________________________________________Contact usLooking to join our team? → govind@thepravachan.com (Govind Vashistha)For business related queries → contact@thepravachan.com_________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Main Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@prakharguptaClips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips_________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Cass Robert Sunstein — Harvard Law Professor

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro1:26 - Meeting Cass at Harvard7:15 - You don't have only 1 brain11:24 - Why do they place chocolates near cash counter in supermarkets?15:52 - People are BAD at Decision making18:35 - "I landed in India and I was completely lost"19:29 - "I joined Obama's White House and realized I knew nothing"20:33 - Why are people addicted to spending24:16 - Social media is making you broke26:20 - Manipulation vs Influencing - SAME?29:02 - Social media is Dead?31:20 - Instagram doesn't care about you34:45 - How to develop habits - tips36:10 - "I was addicted to Diet Coke — here's how I quit"41:26 - Do we even have free will?43:55 - AI is scary46:34 - One word that explains all human decisions

Enjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Cass Robert SunsteinX: https://x.com/casssunsteinInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/crsunstein___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #harvarduniversity #psychology #nudge #economics #harvard #harvardstudy #pgx #raw #real

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Raunaq Rajani, Standup Comedian and Host of Relationsh*t Advice.Enjoy.— Prakhar___________________________________________________________________________________________________Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC___________________________________________________________________________________________________Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/___________________________________________________________________________________________________Guest - Raunaq RajaniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirraunaqrajani?igsh=cXlnOGk1cWdrMW1oX: https://x.com/sirraunaqrajani?s=21YouTube: https://youtube.com/@raunaqrajani?si=3GkdVoDilONQLR95___________________________________________________________________________________________________PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips___________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/___________________________________________________________________________________________________#prakharkepravachan #prakhargupta #unacademy #jee #jeeadvanced #pgx #raw #real

Check out Mike's podcast — The President's Daily Brief: https://www.youtube.com/@UCbWraa1DoXrFwX3oK1zattQ Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who've lived through something and/or made it big.This isn't meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas). This space is different. It's their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Mike Baker — ex-CIA covert operations officer, 17 years in the field.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:08 - Who is Mojtaba Khamenei? Is the new Supreme Leader more dangerous?02:51 - How the CIA profiles world leaders07:15 - The intel leak — how did the US know before Iran that Khamenei was dead?09:27 - Was killing Khamenei an operational success?10:03 - Inside the war rooms — Tehran vs. DC11:18 - Iran's command and control was destroyed in 48 hours14:40 - What the IRGC actually cares about (it's not the Iranian people)19:23 - Why haven't Iranians risen up?23:38 - Can there be on-ground War?35:12 - Is Khamenei actually dead?38:28 - Was America dragged into this war by Israel?39:04 - The US–Israel relationship, explained44:51 - How much of this is really about China?47:48 - Greenland, Venezuela, Iran — Why?52:08 - How do you actually read Trump?53:11 - Trump as a New York deal-maker, not a politician57:08 - Has defending Trump gotten harder for people in media?01:00:01 - America's political polarization problem01:02:20 - What happens next? How does this war end?Enjoy. — Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Dhairya Sandhyana, JEE EducatorTimestamps:00:00 - Intro02:10 - Why She Left Software Engineering to Teach JEE04:15 - How Much Should You Actually Study for JEE?07:35 - The Right Way to Study for JEE 11:10 - Coaching vs Self-Study – What Actually Works?15:00 - Can AI Replace Teachers for JEE Prep?19:20 - Biggest Mistake Students Make With AI Doubt Solving23:30 - The #1 Bad Habit Destroying JEE Aspirants 27:10 - Why Students Feel Lost After Class 10 31:20 - The Simple Daily Planning System That Fixes Procrastination36:00 - Biggest Mistakes Parents Make During JEE Preparation41:40 - First Day at IIT Delhi – What It Actually Feels Like45:00 - “Everyone Here is an IITian” – The Humbling Reality47:30 - Dealing With Self-Doubt Even After AIR 2950:20 - Gender Bias She Faced at IIT & During Placements53:20 - How IIT Actually Changes Your Thinking55:20 - A Real Day in the Life of an IIT Delhi Student59:00 - IIT Campus Life – Nights, Festivals & Hostel Culture01:01:30 - Is JEE Still Worth It in the AI Era?01:04:40 - 3 Ways Students Should Use AI for Studying01:06:40 - Why She Started Mentoring Girls for JEE01:10:30 - The Real Problem: Why So Few Girls Are JEE Toppers01:15:00 - Her Vision to Change the JEE Gender RatioEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Ankit Avasthi — educator & news analyst (ex-civil servant, IIT Kanpur alum)

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:01 - Why Is Iran Getting Bombed

04:45 - Downfall of Iran

06:31 - Mastermind of Gaza Conflict

07:59 - Trump's Real Estate

11:43 - Strategic Islands Of The World

13:32 - Why U.S.A Wants Greenland

6:13 - Fake Students Revolutions

19:51 - Who Was Epstein

21:28 - NRI Workforce = Glorified Labour

26:54 - Narrative War

29:06 - U.S.A Is The Only Superpower

33:29 - Secrets Of Aliens & Area 51

43:04 - Israel = Extended USA

45:52 - P.M Modi's role in Israel V/S Iran

54:46 - Who Will Replace Khamenei

59:08 - Indian Soft Power

1:02:58 - Afghanistan V/S Pakistan1:

12:08 - MOSSAD's Surgical Strike1

:18:17 - Epstein Files

1:23:47 - Thank YouEnjoy.— Prakhar

Staying Ahead AI Community - https://join.switchit.app/PrakharPodcastWelcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas). This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Vaibhav Sisinty — entrepreneur & growth hacker, founder of GrowthSchoolTimestamps:0:00 – Intro2:33 – Education must be rebuilt from scratch3:29 – The scary question: What happens to jobs?4:42 – AI is already better than humans at 80 % of tasks6:13 – 1 human managing 10 AIs?8:56 – Universal Basic Income & the AI power law shift10:51 – Is “Prompt Engineering” even a real job?14:00 – Interns building systems used by 500 000 people17:04 – AI Generalists vs Specialists18:19 – Product managers building software without engineers19:42 – 100 million Indians using ChatGPT — what this means26:04 – Same AI tool, different outcomes: Why?28:08 – Why AI “forgets” your context29:52 – The Projects hack that fixes memory problems32:12 – Why AI behaves differently when you type in ALL CAPS33:22 – Outsourcing thinking vs working WITH AI35:50 – The MIT study: AI users losing cognitive ability?37:26 – The 3 types of AI users (only 1 wins long‑term)38:44 – Lawyers submitting fake AI case laws41:19 – How to eliminate hallucinations using AI cross‑verification43:01 – “Clients pay us because they don’t know how to use AI.”43:42 – The social mistake of using obvious AI writing45:47 – 100 million views per month using AI‑generated content47:01 – AI as anxiety management & pseudo‑therapy47:42 – Using AI during a parent’s cancer treatment50:07 – AI told him to take his grandmother to ICUEnjoy. — Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Piyush Mishra — Indian actor, singer, lyricist, playwright, musician, and screenwriter.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:12 - Growing up in Delhi4:20 - The craft behind Gangs of Wasseypur 9:58 - From Theatre to Cinema13:38 - His Driving Force17:21 - Planning vs Spontaneity 19:52 - About his Band and Tour - Aarambh24:36 - Looking back at Theatre31:00 - BIggest Career Regret ever39:17- His Biggest Achievement44:18 - Relationship with wife50:38- Importance of being mature 55:12- Family's Role in Upbringing58:51- Youth v/s Present1:06:43- Loneliness vs Being Alone1:08:14 - Is there an afterlife?1:13:00 - Healing from Stroke1:20:26 - "I was an alcoholic"1:30:39- Theatre and Acting in India1:35:31- Role of Meditation 1:39:50- Yaad Aayi ki Cigarette Aayi1:41:41- Closing ThoughtsEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real

PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big.

This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).

This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.

In this episode, I spoke to Siddhant Chaturvedi — Indian Actor

Timestamps:

00:00 - What’s Raw & Real?

01:05 - Siddhant & his entourage

3:20 - Fathers & their obsession with CA

11:00 - CA Journey

14:30 - Delhi University Days

19:40 - Auditions are running a scam?

25:30 - “Struggle” is subjective?

27:20 - Did he inspire ba****ds of bollywood?

28:40 - Family support is a privilege

38:30 - Dealing with Rejection

47:30 - What is his dream?

55:48 - He tricked his parents?

56:45 - What is the purpose of his life?

1:02:55 - Is ambition bad for you?

1:10:10 - PR strategies & power of art

1:19:30 - How Aryan Khan made it big

1:23:15 - Psychology of Indians

1:25:25 - AI can make po*n?

1:26:50 - Samay roasting Siddhant

1:30:30 - Whats sells in the film industry today?

1:36:40 - Why raw & real works

1:40:04 - Reminding Siddhant to promote his movie

1:45:50 - Indian men are under-confident

1:50:20 - Are we nearing doomsday?

Enjoy.

— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Aakash Gupta - Indian Standup ComedianTimestamps:00:00 - Me again00:51 - Skip straight to the podcast01:34 - PGX studio’s premium location in NCR04:04 - Prakhar and Aakash tried CA (and failed)14:15 - 2016 trend on instagram and Delhi metro phone-chori stories18:20 - Immigration people in embassies are the worst19:24 - Average Teenage experience while playing in parks 20:59 - Gaurav Gupta and Baniya Jokes21:56 - Pahadi Accent and language24:34 - Trekking in Himachal before it was mainstream and Famous Places27:55 - Delhi-NCR people have ruined Kasol29:43 - Most Chill Pahadi Uncle ever31:42 - Almost di*d in the Himachal with a friend35:20 - Prakhar getting in trouble (jail) while trekking 39:22 - Random Bear Grylls (Man vs Wild) appearance in the podcast41:59 - How to survive wild animals in mountains 45:43 - Everyone wants this friend47:32 - Spanish Tutorial58:00 - Momos break1:01:42 - Production Cost of Standups is HUGE1:12:50 - Aakash’s acting career1:17:24 - MBA Coaching and CAT1:27:20 - Gangs of Wasseypur 1:13:46 - Post-Podcast scenes/plans1:37:50 - Akash Gupta income revealed (60 Lakh plus/day) 1:48:14 - Bear Grylls last timeEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Shahid Kapoor — Indian ActorTimestamps:00:00 - What to expect on PGX from now on01:55 - Bromance with Shahid07:40 - Mira’s opinion of Shahid 12:30 - Philosophy of cinema13:55 - Doomscrolling 16:30 - Is AI dumbing us down?20:40 - Anxiety & spirituality23:00 - Authentic vs brainrot content40:10 - Thinking about Consciousness46:30 - Love and leap of faith48:30 - Meditation, karma & chaos50:40 - How do you figure yourself out?53:30 - Why your childhood matters58:50 - Where does fear come from?1:09:31 - Shahid’s career progression1:14:25 - An Insider take on cinema 1:20:20 - Shahid’s approach to acting1:23:00 - Shahid’s question for meEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX: Raw & RealPGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Karunesh Talwar — Indian Standup Comedian.

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real.PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Jatin Sapr

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real.PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Rahul Dua  @TheRahulDua  — Indian standup comedian.Timestamps:00:06 - Pitch please!05:46 - Punjabi’s relationship with food07:26 - Cocktail dances & cringe MC16:06 - India’s Got Latent impact on content economy29:31 - Doomscrolling & brain-rot38:51 - Being brand safe is boring50:06 - Sunil Grover’s mimicry of Aamir Khan55:06 - Society WhatsApp groups are the funniest1:16:21 - Aging in reverse1:22:01 - Reviving brown culture abroad1:28:41 - Performing abroad1:30:51 - Surviving abroad1:34:46 - Uber stories1:37:56 - Lack of driving discipline in India1:48:06 - Paid vs real contentEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real.PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently — just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to — Rishab Rikhiram Sharma — sitarist, composer, and the mind behind “Sitar for Mental Health”.Timestamps:00:00 - Catching up03:00 - When did life start to change 05:15 - Origin of sitar for mental health10:10 - Rishab's Fashion Game16:00 - Sitar for Mental Health26:30 - The experience & influence of luxury31:21 - Big Fat Indian Weddings36:10 - How Rishab got his rhythm43:20 - Nerding out on Indian Music48:30 - Mehfil vibes52:10 - Unmatched sound of devotional music54:22 - Why presentation matters56:32 - Does Rishab ever question himself?57:50 - Collabs in the east & west59:50 - Changing sound aesthetics of india1:06:04 - Is language a barrier still?1:12:10 - AI, Playboi Carti & techno1:20:30 - Lack of civic sense in India1:24:20 - Should you move out of Delhi? 1:27:40 - Creativity in peace1:29:00 - Mini sitar concert1:35:57 - Masterclass with Rishab1:44:00 - Happy ever afterEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas #8

Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.

Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.

This time, I spoke with Simon Critchley (English philosopher) about:

What is death — and how do we deal with it?

Timestamps:

00:45 - Why do we think of death?

3:45 - Can philosophy set us free from death?

9:22 - Why do we fear death?

14:40 - The consequences of death

19:15 - Why does religion care about death?

26:55 - What’s the value in rituals around death?

29:45 - Are we moving away from god?

32:10 - Why are we alive?

35:35 - Did modernity kill god?

38:10 - Global village & metaphysics

41:45 - Do philosophers die with integrity?

44:30 - History of suicid*

53:15 - What does it mean to live well & die well?

55:55 - Can we practice dying?

59:30 - Do you have to die before you can live?

1:06:15 - Philosophy of humour

1:15:55 - What’s our obsession with immortality?

Welcome to this solo podcast.A new year is a good time to pause and reflect.In this episode, I’m sharing some thoughts on what it means to be young and Indian in the 21st century — how we should think, act, and how we should take responsibility for the future we’re stepping into.Happy New Year.— PrakharTimestamps:00:00 – Where is India right now?03:35 – We are deluded05:57 – Is India the next China?07:13 – Major issues of concern12:56 – How does a society move ahead?14:05 – Why is China ahead?17:13 – We are losing the AI race19:46 – How does India grow despite the challenges?23:50 – The hygiene issue35:05 – What is working for us?42:11 – India’s top 1 percent45:07 – The AQI issue49:00 – The global TFR fall57:48 – The economic shift we need59:10 – What I do not know

Welcome to PGX Ideas #7Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Dr. Gad Saad  @GadSaad  PGX Ideas - evolutionary psychologist about: What do we want what we want?Timestamps:00:00 – Why are humans wired to consume?05:27 – Why do people avoid emotional principles?08:36 – Why do we over-consume?13:04 – Why does money mean different things?17:32 – How do humans consume?29:40 – Are fake smiles social deception?33:11 – Why did Mamdani win?39:40 – What do marketers know?43:24 – Why do we compare socially?45:44 – What’s wrong with society?45:44 – Why do intellectuals dress poorly?56:14 – How does marketing psychology work?1:05:00 – How do generations differ?1:07:44 – Why do people consume ideologies? (Reacting to the Sydney Sweeney controversy)1:10:33 – Does morality shape evolution?1:15:35 – How will technology change consumption?1:22:46 – Questions for PrakharEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode I spoke to - Levy Rozman  @GothamChess  on PGX Raw and Real - international chess master.Timestamps:00:00 - Getting started01:59 - What are chess ratings?03:08 - Rise of chess in India05:45 - Why chess is popular in India07:29 - Cultural impact on Chess09:40 - Meaning & Money in chess 12:30 - understanding Hikaru’s play17:03 - Entertainment-fication of chess20:53 - Pressures of chess30:25 - Who’s at the top in chess today?36:51 - Levy’s highs & lows44:03 - What chess teaches you / what did levy take away from chess / levy’s thoughts on chess45:48 - The language of chess48:54 - What makes levy no.1 chess youtuber?52:45 - Popularisation of chess58:25 - Levi wants to be Magnus?1:00:51 - Why chess needs to evolve 1:05:29 - Who is the GOAT?1:21:03 - Modern chess dramas (CHECK THIS PART)1:30:20 - Psychological turmoil because of chess1:35:50 - Players take on chess politics 1:41:54 - Pedestrianisation of chess1:48:36 - Who will be the next champion?Enjoy. — Prakhar------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GuestLevy RozmanTwitter: https://twitter.com/GothamChessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gothamchess/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCQHX6ViZmPsWiYSFAyS0a3Q Website: https://www.gotham-chess.com-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#PGXRaw&Real #PrakharGupta #chess #magnuscarlsen #gothamchess #chessbaseindia #worldchampionship #king

Welcome to PGX Ideas #6Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Aravind Srinivas on PGX Ideas - Co-founder and CEO of Perplexity Al about: Does AI truly understand me?Timestamps:00:00 - How did you get into AI?02:45 - Ad05:40 - Lessons from rejection or studying abroad11:16 - Why do emergent effects matter?13:05 - India’s competitive culture15:05 - Talent problem or system failure?16:25 - How can India evolve?17:45 - China’s approach to research21:02 - What’s cutting-edge in AI today?25:02 - What creates value in an economy?28:45 - What is the internet built on?32:48 - Can AI assist humans?35:25 - Why do humans wonder?37:25 - Why do humans create?40:50 - Does memory still matter?43:15 - Does curiosity create knowledge?45:40 - Biological vs artificial intelligence51:24 - Is curiosity uniquely human?58:55 - Can AI shape human thinking?1:05:24 - Do we understand intelligence?1:10:50 - Meaning beyond behaviourism1:21:48 - How do kids learn to learn?1:25:43 - Why is hardware innovation hard?1:31:19 - Can AI feel?1:39:00 - Path to superintelligence1:47:35 - Questions for PrakharEnjoy.

Welcome to this Solo Podcast. I recently got married, and this episode is me reflecting on what that experience has been like for me.The thoughts it triggered, the shifts I noticed, and the questions that quietly started forming.I’m not here to explain marriage or define it.Just sharing what it felt like, what surprised me, and what stayed with me.— PrakharTimestamps:00:00 - Marriage & Vulnerability02:00 - Why I Got Married05:55 - Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships09:12 - Is Materialism the Answer?10:40 - Marriage & Love12:35 - Why Is Love Important in a Marriage?18:45 - Portal into Marriage20:10 - How It Feels Before Marriage25:10 - Hosting Friends with Airbnb30:33 - Boat Trip36:00 - Mexican Mehendi & Sundowner40:05 - Shahi Haldi44:00 - Christian Ceremony47:35 - Why Photographers Matter52:36 - Tying the Knot in My Mother’s Garden54:15 - Friends All Around56:15 - The Love You Earn58:00 - Closing ThoughtsEnjoy. — Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas #5Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Baland Jalal  @DrBalandJalal  - Harvard Neuroscientist about: What Are Dreams, and Why Do We Dream?Timestamps:00:00 - Science Behind Dreams11:44 - Why Do We Fly in Dreams?14:54 - Why Do We Dream?21:30 - Why Don’t We Remember Our Dreams?25:20 - Why Does Time Work Differently in Our Dreams?29:00 - Connection Between the Physical World and Dreams33:19 - Connection Between Dreams and the Cosmos36:46 - Do Dreams Mean Something?46:50 - Connection b/t Past and Dreams54:54 - Can We Control Our Dreams?59:56 - Can We Dream While We Are Conscious?1:03:07 - Why Can’t We Return to the Same Dream?1:07:18 - Technology of Dreaming1:10:16 - Do We Only Use 10% of Our Brain?1:14:40 - Treating Depression Through Dream Technology1:17:00 - Dreams in Psychedelic States1:20:12 - Sleep Paralysis and Its Cultural Meaning1:22:36 - Cultural Roots of Evil1:30:45 - Hallucinations and AI1:33:00 - Are We All Living a Dream?1:42:20 - Cotard Syndrome1:45:15 - Dissociation and Neural Activity1:47:25 - What Is Consciousness?Enjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode I spoke to - Grant Cardone  @GrantCardone  - entrepreneur and global business expertTimestamps:00:00 - Grant on drug & alcohol addiction03:33 - How he overcame addiction07:51 - Childhood dreams & ambitions11:28 - Building his billion $ empire14:16 - Work ethic: Americans vs Indians19:48 - How to get rich23:45 - Discovering his strengths26:23 - Scarcity & hunger Mindset28:03 - Traits needed for success30:36 - Why he respects Trump34:35 - Thoughts on Charlie Kirk35:37 - Building influence & power41:48 - Applying 10x principles in life46:38 - Thinking big: vacations & wealth51:44 - Why most people fail at sales54:49 - Basic Principles of sales1:00:47 - Spirituality w/ sales mindset1:02:07 - Grant on fatherhood1:09:11 - How to build a successful family?1:16:56 - What money means to himEnjoy. — Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas #5Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with  @Andrew-Bustamante  - former CIA operative about:What does the CIA know that we do not?Timestamps:00:00 - What the CIA Knows About Human Behavior03:50 - How the CIA Understands People08:37 - How to Influence and Manipulate People15:43 - How Media Shapes Behavior18:20 - How Algorithms Control Us24:43 - Why We’re Sad and Why Society Matters29:30 - Can You Program Someone36:31 - What Drives People41:20 - Why People Lie43:18 - Why Liars Succeed52:06 - The Hunger for More56:17 - How to Create Influence1:02:03 - How Influence Differs from Manipulation1:05:33 - What is Charm and How It Helps Influence1:09:58 - How Persuasion Works1:17:39 - How to Build Trust1:25:45 - What We Can Learn from Reading People1:35:16 - Question for PrakharEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode I spoke to - Daniel Negreanu  @dnegspoker  - One of the Greatest Poker player of all time.Timestamps:00:00 - Daniel’s Feedback on Prakhar’s Game

02:56 - How to Read Body Language

05:23 - What Makes Daniel Great

11:48 - How to Influence Someone

15:17 - Dealing with Failure

18:47 - Lessons from the Game

22:44 - Poker vs. Chess

26:42 - What Creates Charisma

35:02 - Thinking Under Pressure

40:02 - Daniel’s Early Life

46:00 - What Losing Teaches

49:26 - How Poker Has Changed

57:43 - High Stakes = Better Game

01:01:16 - Reading People & Poker Math

01:04:23 - Dealing with Jealousy

01:12:26 - What He Learned from His Woman

01:15:47 - Private Games in Vegas

01:20:47 - Questions for Prakhar

Enjoy. — Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Ideas #4Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Marc Theermann - Chief Strategy Officer at  ⁨@BostonDynamics⁩  about:Can robots ever come alive?Timestamps:00:00 - Endgame for Robots02:49 - Coolest Thing Robot has done 06:22 - Building trust b/w humans and robots07:39 - True power of Robots10:40 - Scientific challenges in robotics16:12 - Hard robotics problems still unsolved19:33 - Robots in Home?22:11 - Black pill moment28:15 - Why humanoids are best?32:40 - Robots and loneliness36:44 - Marc on unemployment40:55 - Fears about robots43:55 - Dangerous things about Robots45:02 - Daily life with robots in 203548:28 - Future of work in 10 years53:36 - Can robots feel?54:58 - Will robots have legal rights?56:23 - Questions for PrakharEnjoy.— Prakhar

Welcome to PGX Raw & Real PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode I spoke to — Jordan Jonas - one of the leading survivalists and the winner of ALONE Season 6.Timestamps:00:00 - Story he hasn’t told anyone08:55 - Jordan on Thrill & Survival 15:58 - His exp. of living in Siberia 22:48 - Hardest Moments on Alone28:41 - Ki*ling a Moose for Survival 33:15 - First Experience of Hunting 45:35 - Has He Ever Seen a Yeti46:40 - He got attacked by wolverine48:56 - Surviving 66 Days alone in Arctic 54:24 - Diff b/w Loneliness & Solitude 56:40 - Living on Trains for 8 Years 01:01:04 - The Problem With Social Media 01:04:25 - What's so special about Himalayas 01:06:53 - Finding Direction in the Jungle01:09:16 - Seeing the Northern Lights 01:13:32 - His Future Plans 01:17:42 - Question for PrakharEnjoy. — Prakhar

NOTE - Some viewers are seeing the podcast open in Hindi by default.To switch to the original audio:Settings → Audio Track → English Original.Welcome to PGX Ideas #3Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with David Buss - the leading expert on the psychology of human mating about:How do people choose whom they mate with, marry, and have sex with?Timestamps:00:00 - What He Studies04:36 - Freudian Revolution in Psychology05:55 - What Is Evolutionary Psychology09:50 - Are Female O*gasms Necessary?14:30 - Who Pays More for Bad Partners?16:21 - Long-Term vs Short-Term Relationships24:22 - Male vs Female Preferences35:23 - Media Myths About Beauty47:18 - Why Women Like Bad Boys56:32 - Why Women Choose Status01:00:52 - Lies Men & Women Tell01:06:53 - Dating Patterns in India01:11:33 - Emotional vs S*xual Cheating01:14:47 - Are Humans Monogamous?01:19:35 - Why Men Prefer Younger Women01:22:06 - How Dating Apps Changed Mating01:30:10 - Dating an AI01:33:40 - Male vs Female S*xual Preferences01:35:40 - Why Women Like Funny Men01:37:31 - David on Red Pill01:39:32 - Does he Believe in Love?

NOTE – Some viewers see the podcast open in Hindi by default.To switch to the original audio:Settings → Audio Track → English Original.Welcome to PGX Raw & Real PGX Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who’ve lived through something and/or made it big, and I try to understand what it did to them.Sometimes it gets deep, sometimes it gets weird, sometimes we end up laughing at stories that should’ve gone very differently just like how real conversations go.This isn’t meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It’s their story, as they experienced it.In this episode I spoke to — Hollywood Actor Kal PennTimestamps:

00:00 - Weed is Legal in the US1:59 - Snoop’s Birthday Party Story4:19 - What Snoop Is Like in Real Life5:03 - Is Kal a Stoner?9:30 - Life after Harold & Kumar18:28 - Kal is Modiji 2.019:08 - Growing Up in India vs Growing Up in the US29:54 - Why Fame Can Be Dangerous33:54 - Indian Paparazzis (Best)38:31 - Kal Talks About Coming Out as Gay57:26 - "almost got fired from the White House"01:00:00 - Inviting Obama (to a Topless Bar)01:09:37 - His Views on Bollywood01:16:40 - Gujarati Rap Scene01:20:20 - Pros & Cons of AI01:28:47 - What He Is Doing Now

Welcome to PGX Ideas #2Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Ben Lamm — Founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences about:What will de-extinction lead to?Timestamps:00:00 - What Is Colossal Doing?01:30 - What is De-Extinction?03:05 - Science Behind Artificial Wombs21:07 - How did they de-extinct Direwolves?32:01 - What other animals can return?35:48 - Can we revive dinosaurs?47:07 - Technologies changing the World49:03 - What if Tech had no limits?53:49 - Can we create entire new species?58:34 - 3D-Printing Food 01:02:12 - Colossal’s Business Model01:11:11 - Can We Bring Dead People Back to Life?01:17:03 - Can This Technology Backfire on Us?01:18:13 - Ben’s Biggest Fears01:20:40 - What If We End Up Creating Zombie-Like Species?01:24:15 - His Views on God & Life

Welcome to PGX Ideas #1Here I sit down with some of the most interesting minds in the world — scientists, philosophers, economists, and creators — to think about the forces shaping the future.Each episode is an attempt to understand ONE BIG question. The kind that doesn’t have a single answer but reveals how people who think deeply approach life, work, and meaning.This time, I spoke with Patrick Bet-David — entrepreneur and founder of Valuetainment about:What does it take to be successful for a man today?Timestamps:00:47 - Intro01:05 - How Patrick built his confidence05:07 - 3 simple ways to build confidence08:11 - How to find good friends and mentors13:01 - How to do hard things24:21 - Patrick Bet-David on India30:16 - What marriage actually means33:18 - Why family matters38:29 - How to use humor smartly42:36 - Why being a storyteller is powerful48:28 - Stay curious about everyone50:17 - The four keys to success57:26 - How to use AI to improve yourselfEnjoy.— Prakhar------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Watch NextIf you’re looking for human stories & emotion, go to PGX Raw & Real → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAc0hftp0aZtUvCgVSKO8hbxIf you want ideas, insight, and perspective, go to PGX Ideas → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa6DgTttATAcNdrNSG8Hh78TK-5A0EJbC-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn with MeMaster the art of Conversation → https://www.artofconversation.in/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GuestPatrick Bet-DavidTwitter: https://twitter.com/patrickbetdavidInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickbetdavid/Website: https://www.patrickbetdavid.com-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PGX SocialsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/pgxpodcast/X (Twitter) → https://twitter.com/pgxpodcastLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/Clips Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@PGXClips-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow meTwitter: https://twitter.com/prvkhvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prvkhvr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prvkhvr/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#PGXIdeas #PrakharGupta #Philosophy #Science #Psychology #Innovation #Future #Ideas

In episode 144 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience, Prakhar reflects on the state of Indian podcasting - what went wrong, why it lost its depth, and how he’s building something that changes the game. As he shares his vision of taking PGX global, he opens up about creating conversations that are both deeply intellectual and effortlessly entertaining, while addressing a few of the challenges that came along the way.Recording Date: November 1, 2025

This is what we talked about:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Indian podcasting is getting worse02:05 - Making content for the average viewer03:57 - Why most podcast questions are bad05:13 - How creators use ChatGPT to grow06:32 - Burnout after too much content09:01 - Global journey begins09:31 - How it all started 11:16 - The year everything went wrong13:00 - What I learned 17:17 - Going back to being real again20:05 - Who Inspired Me23:43 – Making PGX both fun and deep25:26 – India’s voice in global talks26:57 – Bridging the Hindi-English divide29:06 – Building something global from India30:36 – Why India lacks real innovation32:01 – Why podcasts don’t teach anything now33:42 – Taking Indian podcasting to the world