Chai with Manju

Ishan Shivanand Talks About the Yoga of Immortality and Living Your Best Life

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2151552/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Chai with Manju, we sit down with Ishan Shivanand to explore the Yoga of Immortality—ancient practices for vitality, clarity, and living with purpose. Through practical wisdom and modern insight, Ishan shares how to cultivate inner strength, longevity, and your best life from the inside out.

The Musical Journey and Legacy of Padmabhushan Budhaditya Mukherjee & Arnab Chakraborty

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2151552/fan_mail/new] Budhaditya Mukherjee and Arnab Chakraborty took time out of their busy day to chat with Dr. Manju Sheth before their Shadaj performance on October 25, 2025 in Lexington, MA.  In this intimate Chai with Manju conversation, Padmabhushan sitar virtuoso Budhaditya Mukherjee and acclaimed musician Arnab Chakraborty trace the human thread that runs beneath their storied careers. They speak of homes where music wasn’t just practiced—it lived in the walls—of parents who opened doors to maestros, records, and living-rooms that shape not only technique but temperament.

From IIT Mumbai to Monk-hood: Life Lessons with Gauranga Das

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2151552/fan_mail/new] Dr. Manju Sheth interviews Gauranga Das prior to his visit to Boston on October 11 as the Keynote Speaker for the Ekal National Gala. In this inspiring episode of Chai with Manju, Dr. Manju Sheth sits down with Gauranga Das—an IIT gold medalist who left the corporate world to embrace life as a monk, author, and social innovator. As Director of the Govardhan Eco Village, honored by the United Nations, he shares how ancient wisdom can harmonize with modern life. Gauranga Das reflects on his spiritual awakening, his work integrating sustainability with spirituality, and his teachings as a Professor of Practice at IIM, where he guides students in purpose, focus, and resilience. He offers a powerful message to youth: refocus your attention, live with purpose, and add divinity to your daily life through mindfulness and service.

An up close interview with John Sculley - his experience at Pepsico, Apple and more and his viewpoints on marketing, working and life.

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2151552/fan_mail/new] An In-Depth Interview with John Sculley on his insights from Pepsico and Apple. In this engaging interview, John Sculley shares his experiences at Pepsico and Apple, along with his perspectives on marketing, work, and life. He reflects on his early career, his relationship with Steve Jobs, his passion for work, valuable advice for others, the mistakes he encountered, his willingness to take risks, and much more!

Ranveer Brar's Journey: MasterChef, TV Star & Acting in the movie Buckingham Murders with Kareena Kapoor

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2151552/fan_mail/new] Manju is back in 2024!  Manju talks with Ranveer Brar about his journey as Master Chef, TV Star, and Acting in the movie Buckingham Murders with Kareena Kapoor. Brar has early ties to Boston and tells us the lessons he has learned from his experience in Boston and other life lessons.  This interview contains mixed English and Hindi conversation. Visit Ravneer's restaurant in Acton, MA - Soul of India