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The Brand Called You
Welcome to ‘The Brand Called You’, a platform that brings you Leadership Lessons, Knowledge, Experience and Wisdom from leading Global personalities from diverse backgrounds, who have contributed significantly to make the world a better place. Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world. Find out what is shaping the world.
Episodes
The Brand Called YouRethinking AI: Truth Over Hype | Abeba Birhane, Assistant Professor of AI, Trinity College Dublin
A candid conversation with cognitive scientist Abeba Birhane, exploring the myths, risks, and societal impact of AI. She reveals why transparency matters, how…
The Brand Called YouBuilding Trust in the AI Age | Gal Borenstein, CEO, The Borenstein Group; Author, 'Don't Believe the Hype'
Branding expert Gal Borenstein reveals why trust—not hype—is the true currency of modern brands. From digital transparency to AI ethics, he explains how…
The Brand Called YouThe Retail Doctor’s Cure for Human-First Commerce | Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doctor
Retail legend Bob Phibbs shares how authentic human connection—not technology, not discounts—drives lasting retail success. From navigating personal and…
The Brand Called YouReshuffling the Future with Sangeet Paul Choudhary, Author of Reshuffle & Senior Fellow, UC Berkeley
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You (TBCY)! In this thought-provoking conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with renowned author…
The Brand Called YouHow to Spot Red Flags in Business Partnerships—Before It’s Too Late Elle George | Author, Before You Shake Hands
In this episode of The Brand Called You Podcast, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Elle George, author of Before You Shake Hands, about avoiding costly business…
The Brand Called YouUnlocking Leadership Excellence | Communication Insights with Amos Balongo
In this episode of The Brand Called You Podcast, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Amos Balongo, keynote speaker and communication coach, about the power of…
The Brand Called YouEntrepreneurship Without Borders | Mahavir Sharma, Past Chair, TiE Global; Convenor, 10th TiE Global Summit (TGS)
A candid conversation with a seasoned entrepreneur and investor on building across industries, backing founders with character, empowering Bharat’s startup…
The Brand Called YouBuilding Canada’s Innovation Future | Thomas Park, Co-Founder & Lead Partner, BDC Deep Tech Fund
Host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Thomas Park, Co-Founder and Lead Partner of the BDC Deep Tech Fund, to explore leadership, innovation, and the future of…
The Brand Called YouGrit That Transforms Technology | Harry Moseley, Fmr CIO & Managing Director, KPMG
A remarkable journey from a 12-year-old managing a family crisis to becoming one of the world’s most respected CIOs. Harry Moseley shares powerful lessons on…
The Brand Called YouLeading with Humility | Ajai Puri, Ex-COO, Bharti Airtel India & SE Asia
A deep dive into Ajai Puri’s leadership journey across FMCG, media, and telecom—uncovering his principles on humility, people-centric leadership, building…
The Brand Called YouJapan–India Pivot Amid China’s Rise | Prof Yoichiro Sato, Professor, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan
A deep dive into how Japan and India are reshaping their strategic, security, and economic partnerships as China’s influence grows. Professor Yoichiro Sato…
The Brand Called YouScience as a Bridge to Peace | Dr Zafra Lerman, President, The Malta Conferences Foundation
Dr. Zafra Lerman, Nobel Peace Prize nominee and President of the Malta Conferences Foundation, shares how her journey from chemist to global peace advocate…
The Brand Called You: Mark Gazit, Chairman & CEO of Marga AI: Scaling Human Wisdom with Master-Grade AI Mentorship
Get ready for a fascinating journey into the future of wisdom and mentorship. In this episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Mark Gazit…
The Brand Called YouGeorge Essex, Senior Vice President of Branded: Building Bright Ideas into Multimillion-Dollar Brands
Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Brand Called You"! In this episode, Ashutosh Garg sits down with George Essex, Senior Vice President at Branded…
The Brand Called YouDesigning Impact: Ashwini Deshpande, Co-founder & Director of Elephant India, on Building Iconic Brands
Dive into the fascinating world of design and branding with Ashutosh Garg as he hosts Ashwini Deshpande, Co-founder and Director of Elephant, one of India’s…
The Brand Called YouLeadership, Faith & Publishing: Michael Stickler, Publisher & Author
In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Michael Stickler, renowned publisher of Leadership Books and author of 20…
The Brand Called YouFaith-Driven Leadership | Rev Kevin T Taylor, Author, 'A Charge to Keep'; Pastor, Israel A.M.E. Church, Albany, NY
A powerful conversation with Reverend Kevin T. Taylor on navigating leadership through faith, integrity and context — from financial crises to moral dilemmas…
The Brand Called YouBuilding the Metaverse Together | Neil Trevett, President, Khronos Group; Chair of the Metaverse Standards Forum
A deep dive into Neil’s extraordinary journey through 3D graphics, GPU evolution, open standards, and the creation of the Metaverse Standards Forum—uniting…
The Brand Called YouRewriting World Order | Prof Glenn Diesen, Professor, University of South-Eastern Norway
Professor Glenn Diesen breaks down shifting power dynamics across Russia, Europe, China, India and the US — revealing why multipolarity, strategic autonomy and…
The Brand Called YouIndia’s Startup Surge | Vandana Tolani, Founder and CEO, Convanto
A sharp look into India’s fast-maturing startup ecosystem with Vandana Tolani of Convanto—from funding detox and sector momentum to what truly makes a startup…
The Brand Called YouDr. Hosen Kiat: World-Renowned Cardiologist on Bridging Eastern and Western Healing Traditions
Discover groundbreaking insights at the intersection of Western and Eastern medicine in this episode of TBCY, featuring world-renowned cardiologist…
The Brand Called YouRevolutionizing Biomanufacturing with AI, Justin Byers | Founder & CEO, Axio BioPharma
Welcome to another enlightening episode of "The Brand Called You," where host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Justin Byers, Founder and CEO of Axio BioPharma…
The Brand Called YouLeadership Forged in Courage | Deepak Khetrapal, Fmr MD & CEO, Orient Cement Ltd
A powerful conversation with Deepak Khetrapal, where he reflects on his 51-year leadership journey—from bold early decisions to fostering safety, humility, and…
The Brand Called YouHealing Childhood. Building Futures | Debbie Frisch, Founder and Executive Director, HelloBaby
A powerful conversation with Debbie Frisch, founder of HelloBaby, on transforming early childhood through play, community, and compassion. From her own…
The Brand Called YouThe Power & Poison of Story | William Gadea, Author, ‘ARROW - The Power and Poison of Story’
A deep conversation with author and filmmaker William Gadea on the double-edged nature of stories—how they empower cultures, mislead minds, shape identities…
The Brand Called YouHealthy Teams. High Performance. | Prof Sir Cary Cooper, CBE, Co-Author, 'Healthy High Performance’
A powerful conversation with Professor Sir Cary Cooper on why employee well-being is not a perk but a strategic imperative. From culture and leadership to…
The Brand Called YouPeace, Memory & Moral Courage | Prof Raphael Cohen-Almagor, Professor of Political Science
A profound conversation with Professor Raphael Cohen-Almagor on how Holocaust memory shaped his life’s mission: defending human rights, challenging occupation…
The Brand Called YouEmpathy & Nonviolent Communication: Insights with Paulina Orbitowska-Fernandez
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You! In this conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Paulina Orbitowska-Fernandez, a…
The Brand Called YouVijay Rajendran, Investor at gAI Ventures: Leadership, AI Innovation, and the Secrets of Startup Fundraising
Welcome to another episode of The Brand Called You! In this inspiring conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Vijay Rajendran, investor at gAI Ventures…
The Brand Called YouThéau Peronnin, Co-founder & CEO of Alice & Bob: Revolutionizing Quantum Computing with Cat Qubits
Dive into the future of quantum computing with Théau Peronnin, Co-founder and CEO of Alice & Bob, in conversation with Stephen Ibaraki on The Brand Called You…
The Brand Called YouUnlocking Leadership: Strategy, Soul, and Human Performance with Dr. Rob Lion | Professor, Consultant & Business Owner
Unlock the secrets of effective leadership and human performance with Dr. Rob Lion, professor, consultant, business owner, and author of "The Science of…
The Brand Called YouBuilding Inclusive Workplaces That Thrive | Dr Deanna Kimbrel-Hopkins, Founder and CEO, Kimbrel Management Consulting
Dr. Deanna Kimbrel- Hopkins, founder of Kimbrel Management Consulting, shares her journey from HR strategy to transformational DEI leadership. In this powerful…
The Brand Called YouLead People, Not Spreadsheets | Mark Morgenfruh, President and CEO, GetHR Ready; Author, 'Never Fire Anyone'
Mark Morgenfruh, CEO of GetHR Ready and author of Never Fire Anyone, shares powerful insights on human-centered leadership. From cultural transformations to AI…
The Brand Called YouBeyond Chaos: Leading with Clarity | Dr Oleg Konovalov, Author, ‘Beyond Chaos’, Global Thought Leader and C-suite Coach
In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, Dr. Oleg Konovalov — known as the “Da Vinci of Visionary Leadership” — discusses how leaders can rise above…
The Brand Called YouReimagining Education for the AI Age | Sandeep Srivastava, Co-Founder, The Academic Accelerator
Ed-tech visionary Sandeep Srivastava shares how India can lead the world by blending AI readiness, economic dignity, and liberal education. From homeschooling…
The Brand Called YouBuilding Generational Wealth: Insights from Daniel Alonzo, CEO of Alonzo Academy & Host of Wealth on the Beach
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg talks with Daniel Alonzo, CEO of Alonzo Academy and host of…
The Brand Called YouA Life of Reinvention | Ashutosh Garg, Founder, The Brand Called You
A rare conversation where Ashutosh Garg steps into the guest chair to reflect on a powerful 45-year journey across corporates, entrepreneurship, coaching…
The Brand Called YouAtypical Innovation: Chad Belinsky, President of Marco Rubber
In this inspiring TBCY episode, host Stephen Ibaraki speaks with Chad Belinsky, President of Marco Rubber, about his remarkable journey from neurodiverse…
The Brand Called YouDemocratizing AI: Insights from Chirag Agrawal, Tech Leader & AI Platform Builder
Discover the inspiring tech journey of Chirag Agrawal, a seasoned AI platform builder and tech leader based in Seattle, in this episode of "The Brand Called…
The Brand Called YouRise of India’s Quant Revolution | Rishi Kohli, Chief Investment Officer, JioBlackRock Mutual Fund
India’s investment landscape is transforming as quant strategies, alternative data, and BlackRock’s Aladdin platform reshape how funds are built and scaled…
The Brand Called YouLeading Through Tech Turbulence | Dr David A Bray, Distinguished Fellow and Chair, Henry L. Stimson Center
Five simultaneous technological revolutions are reshaping work, power, and fairness across the planet. In this conversation, David unpacks active inference…
The Brand Called YouMath, Grit & Global Impact | Mary Ellen Randall, IEEE President & CEO
From a childhood shaped by “do your best” to pioneering flight simulators, leading at IBM, founding a mobile software company, and creating IEEE’s MOVE…
The Brand Called YouEngineering a Cleaner World | Bob Labbe, CEO, Amerair
A 49-year journey of innovation, leadership, and integrity — Bob Labbe shares how engineering shaped his path, how he transformed air pollution control, and…
The Brand Called YouShaleen Manik, CHRO: Transforming HR Leadership for the Future of Work
Welcome to another episode of The Brand Called You! In this engaging conversation, our host Ashutosh Garg welcomes Shaleen Manik, a seasoned CHRO with over two…
The Brand Called YouAleksandar Babic: Artist, Diplomat, Businessman — Empathy, Art, and Lessons from a Turbulent World
In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Aleksandar Babic—an artist, diplomat, and businessman whose life spans…
The Brand Called YouInge Bryan: Chair, Supervisory Board at Datenna on Cybersecurity, Leadership & Authenticity
In this episode of The Brand Called You, host Frits Bussemaker speaks with Inge Bryan, Chair of the Supervisory Board at Datenna. Inge shares her…
The Brand Called YouUnlocking Fertility Secrets: Dr. Aumatma Simmons, Co-Founder & Chief Fertility Officer, Madre Fertility
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, co-founder and Chief Fertility Officer at Madre Fertility, as she sits down with Ashutosh…
The Brand Called YouThe People Whisperer of Marketing | Ely Delaney, Email Marketing Strategist; Creator, 'Follow Up Rockstar System'
Email marketing strategist Ely Delaney shares his journey from web designer to People Whisperer, revealing why authentic follow-ups and real relationships…
The Brand Called YouThorium: Powering a Future of Abundance | Michael Anderson, Author, ‘Thorium-Powered Abundance’
Discover how thorium energy could redefine our future. In this episode, Navy veteran and author Michael Lee Anderson reveals how thorium reactors can power…
The Brand Called YouRaising Boys Who Write, Lead & Thrive | Shaila Kapoor, Founder and Executive Director, Boys Who Write
From Silicon Valley to the social sector, Shaila Kapoor’s journey led her to found Boys Who Write — a nonprofit transforming how boys connect, communicate, and…
The Brand Called YouFrom Profit to Purpose | Sejal Desai, Executive Director, Akanksha Education Fund Inc
After a thriving corporate career, Sejal Desai found her “midlife clarity moment” — shifting from profit to purpose. As Executive Director of the Akanksha…
The Brand Called YouSarah ,Bullen Literary Agent & Author: Unlocking the Secrets to Writing Your Book in 100 Days
Unlock the secrets to writing and publishing your book with renowned literary agent and author, Sarah Bullen! In this insightful episode of The Brand Called…
The Brand Called YouFiguring It Out: Kajol Bheda, Founder of Scribbld, on Building a Strategy-First Marketing Agency
Welcome to another episode of TBCY! In this insightful interview, Ashutosh Garg sits down with Kajol Bheda, Founder of Scribbld—an independent strategy-first…
The Brand Called YouBuilding an Intentional Life: Insights from Pete Wiley, Author & Blogger of Blocks of Life
In this inspiring episode of TBCY, host Ashutosh Garg is joined by Pete Wiley, accomplished author and respected blogger from Maryland, USA. Pete shares his…
The Brand Called YouRevolutionizing Healthy Snacking: Atul Gupta, Founder & CEO of Bonvie Snacks
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Brand Called You! In this conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Atul Gupta, Founder and CEO of Bonvie…
The Brand Called YouArt Meets Code: The Geek Gayak Revolution | Sandeep Ranade, Geek. Gaayak. Guru
Discover how Sandeep Ranade—engineer, classical singer, and creator of the award-winning Naad Sadhana app—blends music, technology, and mindfulness. From…
The Brand Called YouLighting the Future of Healing | Steve Marchese, CEO and Founder, LightStim
Discover how Steve Marchese, CEO of LightStim, transformed LED technology into life-changing red light therapy. From strict FDA challenges to creating the…
The Brand Called YouFrom Sci-Fi Dreams to MIT Reality | Pat Pataranutaporn, Antidisciplinary Technologist, Massachusetts In
Inspired by science fiction and driven by curiosity, MIT’s Pat explores the fusion of biology, AI, and digital design — from wearable wisdom devices that…
The Brand Called YouPioneering Minds, Lasting Impact | Kathleen R McKeown, Henry & Gertrude Rothschild Prof of Computer Science, Columbia
A powerful journey through Kathleen’s pioneering contributions to NLP, disaster-response tech, medical research, and social-good AI. From mentors to students…
The Brand Called YouUnlocking Wealth Through Taxation: Divakar Vijayasarathy, Creator of the Tax as Profit Framework & CEO of DVS Advisory Group
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You featuring Divakar Vijayasarathy, creator of the Tax as Profit Framework and founder/CEO of DVS…