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Dive into the unfiltered stories of today's top business trailblazers with the Forbes Books Podcast. Join Joe Pardavila as he sits down with pioneering entrepreneurs and CEOs to unpack their greatest challenges on the journey to success. Hear raw accounts filled with hard-learned lessons as guests open up about their most difficult setbacks and strategic pivots. From scrappy startups exploding in growth to established corporations reinventing themselves, you’ll discover the defining moments ...
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Every fortnight, Forbes India’s Divya Shekhar brings you conversations about business, economy, life and society, as seen through the written word. The episodes chronicle what’s cool, contextual and worth talking about in the world of books and publishing. With personal stories, reportage, research or investigation, our guests throw the spotlight on some of the most relatable and relevant ideas of our time and help us make sense of the people and trends that shape the world.
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Through his nearly two-decade career, Mohinder Amarnath fought against the fiercest of bowlers. In his recent autobiography Fearless, written along with his younger brother Rajender, a former cricketer, commentator and author, Amarnath sheds light on his formative years under the watchful eyes of his father, his time on the international stage, and…
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Alok Sama was chief dealmaker at possibly the most influential technology investor in the world: Softbank. The company, founded by maverick investor Masayoshi Son, has backed some of the most disruptive companies in the world, like Nvidia, Uber and Tiktok and Alibaba. In this episode, Sama speaks with Divya Shekhar about his book The Money Trap, in…
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What does it take to run a successful restaurant? Why do so many F&B ventures fail? What qualities do successful restauranteurs have? Ravi Wazir, a seasoned strategist in the food and beverage industry, who has worked with popular restaurants like Olive, Izumi and Swati Snacks, answers these questions in his new book Beyond the Menu: A Restaurant S…
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In this episode, Joe sits down with culture transformation expert Jade Green to discuss building human-centric business cultures. Jade shares her unconventional entrepreneurial journey and emphasizes the critical importance of creating environments where people thrive. She challenges leaders to take responsibility, do the hard work upfront, and emb…
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Artificial Intelligence is already part of our day-to-day life. It is in our homes, our offices, and increasingly in our public spaces too. Technology, including AI, “will only serve society in the best way if we have checks and balances”, Verity Harding, director of the AI & Geopolitics Project at Cambridge University, tells Divya Shekhar in April…
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What does it take to build an iconic jewellery brand for the ages? CK Venkataraman, the managing director of Titan Company, attempts to answer this question in his new book The Tanishq Story. It is an insider’s account into the people, ideas, situations and challenges that went into building one of India’s biggest jewellery brands. Venkataraman, a …
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In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe sits down with Dr. Tracee Perryman, author of "Elevating Futures: A Model For Empowering Black Elementary Student Success" and CEO/co-founder of the Center of Hope Family Services. Dr. Perryman shares insights on the current state of education and community development, drawing from her extensive exp…
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Navigating the Rise of AI and Surging Popularity at the College of Charleston with President Andrew Hsu
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Joe sits down with President Andrew Hsu of the College of Charleston to discuss the school’s evolving relationship with AI and the unprecedented growth it has experienced in recent years. President Hsu shares how the college has embraced AI technology to better serve students and operate more efficiently, while also working to educate students on h…
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Joe speaks with George Tinsley Sr., a former professional basketball player turned successful entrepreneur. George shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent franchisee, managing dozens of restaurants across multiple brands. He provides valuable insights into the world of franchising, explaining the dynamics betwee…
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In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Will Jones, President and CEO of Thompson Child & Family Focus. With nearly three decades in human services, Will shares his journey from overcoming childhood adversity to leading a nonprofit that serves over 10,000 clients annually. He discusses the evolution of child welfare and behavioral…
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This week, Joe chats with Blake Johns, the founder of Smokeye Hill Whiskey, who shares the incredible story of his premium craft bourbon's meteoric rise. Blake recounts his journey from world champion equestrian to whiskey entrepreneur, detailing how his family's Arizona ranching heritage inspired the authentic brand story behind Smokeye Hill. The …
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In this candid conversation, Joe sits down with Jacob Furbee, CEO of XFS Global. He shares his unlikely journey from being nicknamed "Furball" during his grueling Marine Corps bootcamp to leading a major defense manufacturing company. Furbee opens up about the challenges of government contracting, navigating bureaucracy, and the leadership lessons …
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From Forklift to Finance: Astrid Soto on Breaking Barriers and Redefining Success in Private Equity
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On this episode of The Forbes Books Podcast, Joe speaks with Astrid Soto, a renowned entrepreneur and impact investor named one of the most influential women in mid-market M&A. Astrid shares her journey from working in her family's business at age 12 to becoming a powerhouse in private equity, offering insights on fundraising, navigating career cha…
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In this eye-opening episode of The Forbes Books Podcast, host Joe sits down with Kate Morgan, founder and CEO of Boston Human Capital Partners, to explore her revolutionary "embedded partner approach" to recruiting. Kate shares insights on why traditional recruiting methods are falling short and how her innovative strategy achieves a remarkable 20-…
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In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe has a fascinating conversation with Dr. Rob Douk, a trailblazer in behavioral health and wellness. Dr. Douk is the founder of The Well Club and has developed the "9 Dimensions" philosophy for holistic well-being, encompassing emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, creativ…
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In this thought-provoking episode, Joe sits down with Tessa Adams and JT Swierczek, the co-founders of everle - a groundbreaking new networking platform. Addressing the widely debated negative impacts of social media, Tessa and JT share their visionary approach to reinventing online communities. With a mission to prioritize user privacy, mental hea…
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Joe welcomes Shelly Henderson, co-founder of Henderson Properties, to discuss her journey from stay-at-home mom to successful real estate entrepreneur alongside her husband Phil. Together, they grew Henderson Properties from a home office into a company managing over 750 rental properties across 180 communities. Shelly provides candid insights into…
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In this episode, Joe chats with Steven Pope, the founder of "My Amazon Guy," an agency helping brands sell on Amazon's platform. Steven shares his entrepreneurial journey and the problem his company solves: simplifying the process of listing and selling products on Amazon. He reveals secrets and strategies for scaling sales on Amazon, including how…
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In this episode, Joe sits down with Stan Gwizdak, CEO of the Kormac Group management consulting firm and author of the bestselling book "Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust." Stan shares his unconventional path to selling, which began at age 8 by going door-to-door peddling seeds to earn money for a BB gun. Despite his early entrepren…
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Join Joe as he sits down with Justin and Lauren Owens, co-owners of Manzo Piedmontese, to discuss their unique beef label sourced from an ancient Italian cattle breed. Discover how these "magic cows" produce remarkably lean yet incredibly tender beef without marbling, making it a hit among celebrity chefs and professional athletes. Hear the fascina…
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In this episode, Joe is joined by Ally Batenhorst, a star volleyball player who has taken advantage of the new NCAA rules allowing student-athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Ally discusses her journey from being a talented youth player in Texas to committing to playing volleyball at the University of Nebraska. Ally share…
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In her new book 'Code Dependent', Madhumita Murgia brings voices and stories of people from across the world to describe how AI is impacting our work, our health, our body, and our freedom in various ways. Murgia, who is the artificial intelligence editor of the Financial Times in the UK, tells Divya Shekhar that while AI is still considered as a f…
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Innovating in Entertainment: UTA President David Kramer's Blueprint for Thriving Amid Industry Disruption
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In this episode, Joe sits down with David Kramer, President of the leading global talent, entertainment, sports, and advisory company, United Talent Agency (UTA). David shares his remarkable journey from starting in the UTA mailroom in 1992 to rising through the ranks to become President, offering inspiring insights on perseverance, hard work, and …
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This week Joe discusses the Science of Happiness with guest Stephanie Harrison, a well-being expert whose new book, NEW HAPPY debunks society's myths about happiness. Stephanie reveals the counterintuitive secrets to true fulfillment, providing a step-by-step guide with insightful artwork to unwinding "Old Happy" mindsets and using your unique gift…
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Joe welcomes Greg Rohl to the podcast. Greg has over 30 years of experience successfully marketing luxury products in a traditionally commodity-driven industry. Greg is now a coach and educator, helping professionals develop compelling storytelling abilities to connect the value of their premium offerings to customers' unmet needs. An expert in fig…
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Today, Joe Pardavila talks with Sharon Heaton, founder of sbLiftOff, a firm serving commercial and government contracting companies, and author of the book "LIFT OFF: 12 Things to Know Before You Sell Your Company." The discussion centers around the topic of what happens after entrepreneurs have built, scaled, and grown their businesses—the process…
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For businesses, sustainability should be a leadership challenge, not a cost problem: Rajeev Peshawaria
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In a world where ESG (environment, social, governance) is often reduced to box-ticking and greenwashing by businesses, Rajeev Peshawaria believes that sustainability is a leadership challenge, and entrepreneurs and CEOs should instill the culture of accountability top-down. In his new book Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG is Not Enough, Peshawar…
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This week, Joe welcomes Feyzi Fatehi, a visionary and Silicon Valley luminary whose impact reverberates through the tech landscape. Recipient of the esteemed CODiE Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, Feyzi serves as Chairman and CEO of Corent Technology, driving the forefront of tech disruption with automated SaaS enablement, poised to transform in…
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How two-time world champion Shane Watson overcame fear and retrained his mind to play the short ball
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The two-time World Cup-winning Australian all-rounder talks to Divya Shekhar and Kathakali Chanda about his new book The Winner’s Mindset. He talks about a tragedy that triggered a fear of the short ball, how he overcame his anxiety, why it’s important to train the mind, and what he wants to do next after a successful career as a cricketer and now …
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In this episode, Joe sits down with one of the most powerful and influential women in entertainment, Bonnie Hammer, the Vice Chair of NBCUniversal. Bonnie has been hailed as the "Queen of Cable" and has forged a legendary career, transforming every facet of the television business in the male-dominated industry. Known for her candor, mentorship of …
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In his book 'Slip, Stitch and Stumble', senior journalist Rajrishi Singhal takes a broad-scope look into the evolution of financial sector reforms in India. From Manmohan Singh's landmark July 1991 Union Budget speech to the current complicated relationship between fintech companies and regulations, the book takes stock of the various events, stake…
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Kerry Song joins Joe to discuss her entrepreneurial journey in founding Abbot's, a plant-based meat company. Kerry outlines how various experiences, from working on Wall Street to becoming an executive for Tony Robbins, led her to eventually start her own mission-driven business. The catalyst for Abbot's came when Kerry was diagnosed with an autoim…
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Former P&G India CEO Gurcharan Das on life, leadership and doing business in challenging times
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Gurcharan Das believes that reliving your life is better than living it. In his memoir Another Sort of Freedom, he reflects on 80 years of his life. The author talks to Divya Shekhar about how he fled his home during the Partition, stumbled through various academic disciplines—from engineering and literature to philosophy and Sanskrit—survived doin…
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Get ready for an inspiring episode on The Forbes Books Podcast as Joe welcomes Mary Cianni, author of "The Consultant’s Compass: Navigating Success with Courage, Curiosity, and Compassion." With a rich background as a clinical Assistant Professor at New York University and senior leadership roles at Korn Ferry and Willis Towers Watson, Mary brings …
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Building Bridges: Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Relationships with Richard Walker
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This week, we plunge into the dynamic intersection of technology and relationships with none other than Richard Walker, CEO of York Solutions. Richard's wealth of experience unfolds as he shares the transformative power of meaningful connections in both professional and personal realms. From his humble beginnings in a quaint English town to steerin…
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The Wolf of Wall Street Unfiltered: Jordan Belfort on Finance, Motivation, and Second Chances
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This episode features Jordan Belfort, the infamous former stockbroker and author of the memoir "The Wolf of Wall Street." Joe delves into Belfort's rags-to-riches rise and fall on Wall Street, his subsequent imprisonment for fraud, and his current efforts at redemption as a motivational speaker and entrepreneur. Jordan candidly discusses his past m…
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The Family Business Cowboy: Lessons from 40+ Years Leading a Multi-Generational Company with Craig Wieland
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In the latest episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe engages in a candid conversation with Craig Wieland, a genuine cowboy and seasoned family business specialist. Craig recounts his journey from humble beginnings as a laborer to ascending to the presidency of his family's small construction firm in Michigan. Over his illustrious 40+ year tenure,…
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Vijay Govindarajan on fusion strategy and why India should focus on high value manufacturing
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To compete in the new age, companies need to fuse the physical and digital to create value, says Vijay Govindarajan. The Coxe distinguished professor at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, his new book Fusion Strategy is all about how companies need to use technology and real-time data to turbocharge their products, strategies and cus…
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ayana's Mission to Uplift Female Entrepreneurs: A conversation with co-founders, Rajul Kadakia and Jaclynn Brennan
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Joe sits down with Rajul Kadakia and Jaclynn Brennan, co-founders of the ayana Foundation. ayana is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering and uplifting women founders worldwide through education, mentorship, and enhanced access to funding. Rajul Kadakia is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with a passion for promoting gend…
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From Cell Sites to the C-Suite: A Sit-Down with Kyle Malady, CEO of the Verizon Business Group
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Kyle Malady, Executive Vice President and CEO of Verizon Business Group, joins Joe on the Forbes Books Podcast. With over 20 years of experience at Verizon and its predecessor companies, Kyle has a unique perspective on the evolution of technology and the inner workings of leading a global telecommunications provider. As head of Verizon Business, M…
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We’ve heard about the popular phrase “leading from the front”. It means taking the lead in making decisions and showing people the way. But Ravi Kant, former vice chairman and CEO of Tata Motors, is of the belief that business leaders should no longer aspire to lead from the front, but instead, aim to lead from the back. Why does he say that? What …
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The latest episode of the Forbes Books Podcast finds Joe Pardavila chatting with guest James Swanwick, an Australian-American entrepreneur and former ESPN anchor. James now runs companies dedicated to health and wellness, including Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Swanwick Sleep. Through these companies, James provides tools to help business leaders opti…
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In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Ryan Serhant, a top real estate broker, entrepreneur, and author of the new book "Brand it Like Serhant: Stand Out from the Crowd, Build Your Following, and Earn More Money." Ryan discusses his expertise in branding and entrepreneurship, as well as his experience as a star on Bravo's "Millio…
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Sudha and Narayana Murthy are no doubt icons of our generation. But when so much is known about their life already, what can you possibly write that seems new to readers? And when the subjects of your book are your primary sources, how can you avoid being hagiographical? In this conversation with Divya Shekhar, celebrated author Chitra Banerjee Div…
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In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe has a conversation with Giovanna "Gigi" Gonzalez, the TikTok star, financial educator, and author of the new book "Cultura & Cash." Gigi quit her 10-year corporate career during the Great Resignation to pursue her passion for teaching financial literacy to young adults, especially first-generation La…
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This week on the Forbes Books podcast, Joe welcomes Scott Freidheim, author of the new book "Code of Conduct: Tales of the Roller Coaster of Life." Freidheim takes listeners through extreme highs and lows in his career, from working in lower Manhattan during 9/11 to navigating the 2008 financial crisis as a senior leader at Lehman Brothers. Now the…
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In this episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Gretchen Morgenson and Joshua Rosner, managing director of Graham Fisher and Co., talk about their book These are the Plunderers: How PE runs and wrecks America. The book is a well-researched critique of how private equity firms in the US that specialise in buying companies, load them with debt and…
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This week, host Joe welcomes Anna Papalia, a career influencer with over 1.5 million followers across social media platforms. Anna is the author of the new book "Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing," in which she reveals a revolutionary approach to mastering interview skills based on understanding one's unique interview style. In the bo…
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Joe’s guest this week on the Forbes Books Podcast is Brian Johnson, founder of HEROIC, a social training platform that Whole Foods co-founder John Mackey has called "the best self-development platform in the world." Brian is also the author of the new book "ARETE: Activate Your Heroic Potential," where he tackles the struggle many people face in na…
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This week on the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Laura Fredricks, author of the recent bestseller "Hard Asks Made Easy: How to Get Exactly What You Want." Laura trains businesses, nonprofits, and individuals in high-stakes negotiation and the art of asking. Her practical laws of asking have helped leaders land major deals and significant donatio…
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