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Welcome to Baatein by Chhaya Dabas - a place where conversations and stories condense. Our host Chhaya Dabas is known for her ability to entertain, art, and her expressions. A wearer of many hats and a queen of many trades, Chhaya loves to write and let her words do the talking. She loves to talk to and holds Hannah Gadsby's words: 'Stories hold our cure', very close to her heart. So join her as she takes you through a weekly chapter of stories, poetry, conversations, and more and let Baatei ...
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Amitoj Singh is a veteran journalist. Having reported and investigated the impact of ISIS control and stifling of Yazidi women; the 2018 US midterm elections; the 2018 World Economic Forum in Davos and the list goes on and on. So imagine his plight when asked about the'one conversation that changed his life! This man is a Columbian University gradu…
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Welcome to another episode of Baatein by Chhaya Dabas - a podcast where we hope conversations provide you respite in these uncertain times. This week we are in conversation with Sudhanshu Kaushik - Founder of the North American Association of Indian Students and CEO of Young India Foundation, where he has been working tirelessly to create a politic…
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This week on Baatein by Chhaya Dabas we sit down with Dhruv and ask him of the one 'the conversation the changed his life'. Dhruv is an indie, independent singer and songwriter, whose verses and rhythms have many ardent worshipers all over the globe.Dhruv's professional journey has been deeply inspired by his life, his family and his memories. It i…
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We took a little break to rest our hearts and mind a little, but we are glad to be back with a powerful story of a mentor and an inspiration: Sindhu Wadhwa -, a practicing Psychotherapist. Sindhu shares a personal story of courage, comfort, and overwhelming emotions as she recalls opening up to her then-boyfriend, now-husband, about her sexual abus…
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Our next guest are very special and dear to us. We have with us today, the director of the acclaimed films Sisak and Sheer Qorma - one can only imagine the treasure trove Faraz Arif Ansari are. The vivid storyteller have traveled the world to bring stories of representation, equality, and of unspoken truths and have shown sheer audacity, so nonchal…
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This week on Baatein by Chhaya Dabas, Season two, we sit down with Gauri Angrish - the Founder & CEO of Caredose. Caredose has completely revolutionised the way we manage and take our medicines. The Forbes #30under30 startup delivers pre-sorted and managed medicines at your doorstep. Indeed a conversation with this trailblazing entrepreneur would l…
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Welcome back to another episode of 'Baatein by Chhaya Dabas', Season 2. Here we sit down with some brilliant folks and ask them a simple question, "What is that one conversation that changed your life?" The next episode features the one and only Karan Singh aka Karan Singh Magic - India's leading Psychological Illusionist who has read more minds th…
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Welcome to the fourth episode, where we sit with Tuheena Raj who happens to be a wonderful friend and writer. The founder of @wordsofworth - an overwhelmingly loved and cherished haven for words and poetry on Instagram. Tuheena speaks about the 'one conversation that changed her life' from her school days of how she rebuild her self-esteem and abou…
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There are five different 'love languages' - a concept Shreyans Jain tells us about. The young, vivacious entrepreneur is the founder of the Under25 Club and the Under25 Summit , two vibrant youth-led communities that are redefining our lingo and language. 'The One Conversation that Changed My Life' with this brilliant visionary, is now live on all …
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Dhruv Sachdeva (Founder & CEO, Humour Me) chanced upon an opportunity to direct the king himself - Mr Amitabh Bachchan. Now what could you say about a man who have essayed innumerable roles and lived a life of magnanimity, stardom and sheer brilliance - a man that the world worships. No words are enough. Crediting his interaction with Big B as the …
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We are so excited to share the first story, now streaming across all your favourite audio streaming platforms. Sadaf Chowdhary shares the one conversation that changed her life, when she sat down for a chat with her mother, many years ago. 'Baatein by Chhaya Dabas: Season 2' brings to you 25 conversations by 25 storytellers.…
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This is our last episode of season 1. We are emotional but also grateful.Do listen and share with your friends and family,Also, stay in touch, we will meet you again, very soon, Yours,ChhayaDi Chhaya Dabas
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We present to you a new jugalbandi by in-house poets Parnika Bhardwaj and Prachi Batra. Do tune in and continue the conversation on Instagram (@baatein) and write to us on hellobaatein@gmail.com to become a part of our podcast.Di Chhaya Dabas
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We welcome Akshay Kapoor, a celebrated photographer, an activist and a very dear friend to talk about photography, human stories, and planet earth. Come join us in this beautiful conversation.To keep the conversation going, visit www.baatein.in and follow us on Instagram (baatein). To meet Akshay, follow him on Instagram (akshaykapoooor).If you hav…
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What does freedom mean to me?Di Chhaya Dabas
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After a week-long hiatus, I am back with a new conversation and some poetry.Di Chhaya Dabas
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Dear listeners, the man who gave me the ability to express myself, is starting his own podcast. He talks about this new chapter and we of course, also talk about poetry.Di Chhaya Dabas
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I welcome my papa - the man who taught me to articulate - for this episode. We speak about growing up in the same household albeit with different stories, about memories, life lessons, and other things. Tune in and bring your father or any fatherly figure along.Di Chhaya Dabas
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Mahima Dayal is an incredible songwriter, singer, composer and a remarkable woman. She launches her new album on the 20th of June and came down to talk to us about music, self-journeys, and compositions. Her music is very personal and introspective, come listen to our conversation. Follow Mahima on Instagram and Soundcloud @bawaribasanti.…
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Welcome to our 7th episode on Baatein by Chhaya Dabas. This one is a conversation from the heart. Also, we announce our June Expressions' workshop to be held on 28th-30th June. Hope you like this very candid conversation.Di Chhaya Dabas
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We present to you the sixth episode on our channel - Baatein by Chhaya Dabas. Vrinda Vaid visited our home again today and we ended up recording a new jugalbandi for you all. There is a surprise too, Vrinda shall embark on her own journey of a podcaster, very soon and we are delighted and excited about that. Hope you like this episode. Stay in touc…
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Baatein presents its fifth podcast on our weekly podcast channel called Baatein by Chhaya Dabas. Chhaya pens another story, that presents itself as a letter to a friend. A letter that travels many miles and years to share a memory. Tune in and listen to it with a friend. Also, hold onto it.Di Chhaya Dabas
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Expression is personal. Expression is temperamental. Two poetesses come together in this episode to express a yearning through letters. Vrinda Vaid and Chhaya Dabas, find comfort in Hindustaani and English respectively. This jugalbandi is an amalgamation of these two languages and their individualistic, creative expression. Baatein presents - ek ju…
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Savita is a woman of power, passion, and purpose. She is a masseuse by profession and a mother by identity. She lost her husband to cancer, three years ago. Their daughter became her only strength to battle depression and the unnecessary stereotypes and oppression of her society. After two years of self-doubt, she empowered herself and decided to t…
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This is the creators' episode. Baatien welcome Mr. Ansh who is a documentary filmmaker based in New Delhi. Having studied from UnionDocs, New York, he has pocketed some beautiful stories and film under his belt. Popularly known as @shutterchicken, he is a brilliant storyteller. Tune in and hear us talk about language, transmedia storytelling, the i…
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This is our first episode. This is a story of a young girl whose thought are caught up in her past, while the future beckons. This is a short story that works as a tribute to cancer - its lessons and experiences. Stay tuned, hopefully this story will fill your heart from love and warmth.Di Chhaya Dabas
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Welcome to our weekly podcast - Baatein by Chhaya Dabas. This is the beginning of something new and beautiful. This is an idea that is finally breathing and dancing. This is a greeting from us.Come let us have a conversation.Di Chhaya Dabas
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