Ep 58: The Startup Catalyst Building the Ecosystem | Between Us™ Bharat Startup Series

Beyond Balance Sheets Legacy, Leadership & Listening to Life | In Conversation with Tushar Kansal

What defines true success? How does leadership evolve with experience? And what role do legacy, mentorship, and intuition play in shaping a meaningful life? In this episode of Between Us Podcast, host Santosh Kumar sits down with Tushar Kansal to explore the human side of leadership—beyond startups, investments, and valuations. This is a fireside-style conversation about reflection, growth, and the truths that rarely make it into boardrooms or headlines. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Legacy Beyond Valuation → What truly compounds over time: relationships, values, and impact. Leadership & Mentorship → Why great leaders create successors, not followers. Intuition & Pauses → How slowing down and listening can redirect your life. The Loneliness of Conviction → Standing firm when your truth isn’t widely accepted. Spiritual & Emotional Anchors → Practices that keep leaders grounded in uncertain times. Startup Challenges → The unseen realities of building and sustaining companies in India. This episode goes beyond balance sheets—it’s about living with conviction, creating legacy, and listening to life. Don’t forget to like, share, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that matter. Tag someone who needs to hear this today. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. #Leadership #SuccessMindset #Legacy #Mentorship #EmotionalIntelligence #Entrepreneurship #StartupIndia #FounderJourney #CareerGrowth #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualityAndLeadership #LifeLessons #BusinessLeadership #SelfReflection #SantoshKumar #TusharKansal #BetweenUsPodcast

Ep 57: Courts of Change: How Rido Sports is Building India’s Sporting Future

Courts of Change: How Rido Sports is Building India’s Sporting Future | Between Us™ Podcast What does it take to turn a barren patch of land into a space for dreams, discipline, and national pride? In this episode of Between Us™, we sit down with Sandeep Bhola and Siddhant Bhola, the father-son duo behind Rido Sports, one of India’s most respected names in sports infrastructure development. For over 30 years, Rido Sports has been silently transforming schoolyards, stadiums, and communities — one court at a time. But behind every surface they build lies a deeper story: of resilience, generational leadership, and a vision to redefine the future of sports in India. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a sports enthusiast, or someone interested in building with purpose — this conversation will leave you inspired. Timestamps 00:00 – Sneak Peek: What’s Coming 01:39 – The Origin Story: How Rido Sports Began 06:38 – First Big Break: The Project That Changed Everything 09:38 – Lessons from a Father: Foundations of Leadership 16:27 – Engineering Excellence: Crafting with Precision 21:25 – Why Quality is Non-Negotiable 29:00 – Make in India, Rido’s Way 37:00 – Hard Lessons, Real Growth 42:38 – Sports, Education & Social Change 56:52 – Building for the Climate: Sustainability in Sports Infra 01:06:19 – Entrepreneurship Meets Legacy 01:22:50 – Rapid Fire: Grit, Vision & Values 01:42:30 – Closing Notes & Final Takeaways Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations. ️ Listen to Between Us™ on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream. Follow Us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andbetweenus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/ Website: www.andbetweenus.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. Between Us Podcast, Rido Sports, Indian Sports Infrastructure, Sports Entrepreneurs, Family Business India, Father-Son Founders, Startup Journey, Building Sports Courts India, Sandeep Bhola, Siddhant Bhola, Sports Legacy, Indian Entrepreneurs, Sports Development India, #RidoSports #SportsInfrastructure #IndianEntrepreneurs #BetweenUsPodcast #FamilyBusiness #SportsLegacy #MakeInIndia #StartupJourney #CourtsOfChange #PodcastIndia #SportsDevelopment #FatherSonStory

Ep 58: The Startup Catalyst Building the Ecosystem | Between Us™ Bharat Startup Series

The Startup Catalyst: Building the Ecosystem with Ashish Garde | Between Us™ Podcast What does it really take to create a thriving startup culture in India’s small towns? In this episode of Between Us™, we sit down with Ashish Garde, Director of MAGIC Incubator, and one of the most influential figures quietly reshaping India’s startup ecosystem. From mentoring women entrepreneurs to empowering rural innovators, Ashish shares what it means to support startups that don’t always come from Silicon Valley-like cities — but from Tier II and Tier III Bharat. This isn’t just about incubation — it’s about inclusivity, economic transformation, and building the future from the grassroots up. In This Episode: * How incubators create new markets, not just support them * MAGIC’s model for mentoring Tier II & rural founders * The untold stories of underrepresented entrepreneurs * Startups as tools for job creation, innovation, and equality * AI, climate, and grassroots innovation — the trends to watch Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more. Watch now & subscribe for more real conversations from the heart of India’s transformation. Let us know your biggest takeaway from the episode in the comments. Timestamps 00:00 – Coming Up 01:49 – Introduction 03:12 – Personal Journey 04:26 – What Matters 15:40 – Tier 2 & 3 Startup Challenges 24:36 – Empowering Women & Rural Entrepreneurs 28:17 – How MAGIC Supports Innovators 29:47 – Stories from the Ground 32:56 – Bridging the Entrepreneurial Gap 40:22 – Social Impact of Startups 46:10 – Challenges as an Incubator 48:40 – What’s Brewing 54:18 – The Copy-Paste Problem in Startups 1:12:37 – Rapid Fire 1:21:46 – Final Thoughts & Outro Between us ™️ Podcast links Website: www.andbetweenus.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@betweenuspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. Tags: between us podcast, ashish garde, magic incubator, startup india, grassroots innovation, women entrepreneurs india, rural startups india, startup mentorship, inclusive innovation india, tier 2 startups, startup growth india, startup ecosystem india, economic transformation india, incubators in india, indian entrepreneurs, leadership in startups, podcast for founders, make in india, build in bharat, startup trends india, startup funding, regional innovation india, incubator success stories #AshishGarde #MAGICIncubator #BetweenUsPodcast #StartupIndia #GrassrootsInnovation #WomenEntrepreneursIndia #Tier2Startups #IndianEntrepreneurs #StartupMentorship #MakeInIndia #BuildInBharat #StartupEcosystem #PodcastIndia #InclusiveInnovation #StartupCatalyst

Shaping the Future of Indian Education In Conversation with Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of NAAC

"Teachers build nations. Vision shapes education. Conversations spark change." Welcome to another episode of Between Us: Make Every Conversation Count™ In this landmark episode, we are joined by Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, one of India’s most respected education leaders and the former Chairman of AICTE. Together, we dive into the future of Indian education and what it truly means to reimagine learning in the 21st century. In this episode, we explore: • Empowering teachers as leaders and changemakers • Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) into modern pedagogy • Role of startups, EdTech, and innovation in education • Creating flexible and inclusive learning pathways under NEP 2020 • Reaching underserved regions and communities • Blending tradition and technology for resilient institutions This conversation is an invitation to rethink the purpose, process, and impact of education—from policy to classroom, from startup hubs to rural schools. Don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe Hit the to stay updated on our latest episodes! For more such conversation visit our website: www.andbetweenus.com You can also listen to the Audio on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Hubhopper and many more... https://hubhopper.com/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/445847 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962 Follow our host: Santosh Kumar (IG - @andbetweenus) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andbetweenus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/ Guest: Prof. Anil Sahasrabudhe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-sahasrabudhe-701b7325/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. #BetweenUsPodcast #DrAnilSahasrabudhe #NEP2020 #IndianEducation #FutureOfLearning #IKS #EducationLeadership #EdTech #PolicyToPractice #InnovationInEducation #TeachersOfIndia #MyGovIndia #MinistryOfEducation #NAAC

Education that Heals, Science that Listens: Prof Bhushan Patwardhan on IKS & Integrative Health

What if the answers to tomorrow’s challenges lie in India’s ancient knowledge? In this compelling episode of Between Us: Make Every Conversation Count™, we sit down with Prof. Bhushan Patwardhan — renowned biomedical scientist, global health advisor, and former Vice Chairman of the UGC — to explore how Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Ayurveda, and the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) are transforming the landscape of education, policy, and global innovation. In this episode, we explore: - How IKS can be integrated into higher education - The role of Ayurveda in sustainable development and public health - The philosophical and scientific underpinnings of NEP 2020 - Bridging tradition and technology through storytelling and policy - Why India’s civilizational ethos is more relevant than ever This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a blueprint for reimagining India’s future. For more such conversation visit our website: www.andbetweenus.com You can also listen to the Audio on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Hubhopper and many more... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HD4qrh7B76uTJxVT81aQu?si=RFuQ844FTQyF7j2sop_6xA Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/between-us-make-every-conversation-count/id1693184962 Follow our host: Santosh Kumar (IG - @andbetweenus) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andbetweenus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshk73/ Guest: Prof Bhushan Patwardhan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhushanpatwardhan/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea of ‘Between Us’ stems from the fact that every conversation matters, especially the one that we have with ourselves. Using podcast as a medium, I am fortunate to bring folks who have made an impact in everyday lives, from diverse backgrounds, to engage in a meaningful conversation. The topics are as diverse and deeply interconnected - from climate justice to big tech to healthcare as a constitutional right to millennial expectations to gender equality and inclusiveness. I warmly welcome you to join me in this journey. #BhushanPatwardhan #IndianKnowledgeSystems #IKS #NEP2020 #AyurvedaPolicy #AyurvedaEducation #EducationReformIndia #AncientWisdomModernWorld #BetweenUsPodcast #HigherEducationIndia #IKSInPolicy #GlobalScienceIndia #IndigenousInnovation #FutureOfLearning #BharatiyaGyaan