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This episode of The Mohua Show is a generational punch to the heart.Author Aarti Narayan, a former MNC executive, tells the story behind her debut novel, The Lives She Carried, inspired by her grandmother, a woman frompre-Independence Kerala who turned pain into power and raised nine children against impossible odds.A conversation about what women are taught to endure and what they choose to become.What this episode is REALLY aboutNot perfection.Not heroism.Not feminist slogans.It’s about:Generations of women trained to tolerate and give awayThe male genius vs misogyny paradox of old IndiaA daughter who ran away to save herselfThe real cost of ambition: when moving to Bombay means no way backSurvival after losing everythingReinventing life with humour, rage and lemon riceWhy every child should inherit books, not traumaIf you’ve ever asked, “How did our mothers survive so much?”  this episode has answers.Support the Podcast  If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.  Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with **truth, heart and courage**.✅ Subscribe To Our Channel:   / themohuashow   Stay updated!🔔Follow Us OnThe Mohua Show►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram:   / themohuashow  ►LinkedIn:   / themohuashow  Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa►Instagram:   / mohua_chinappa  ►LinkedIn:   / mohua-chinappa  ►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Literature Lounge. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any opinions expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.#thelivesshecarried #familysaga #multigenerational #evocative #bookstagram #emotional #honouringwomen 

In this powerful episode, host Mohua Chinappa sits down with K. J. Alphons — former IAS officer, politician, best-selling author and one of India’s most respected change-makers.From being labelled “an idiot” in school and scoring 42% in his board exam**, to becoming a topper in the IAS, India’s global face in governance, and author of The Winning Formula — Alphonse’s journey is a living testament to resilience, grit and unshakeable character. What you’ll hear in this conversation:- How failure became the first miracle of his life, not the end of the road- From learning English with a dictionary to becoming India’s best national debater for 3 years- The legendary demolitions in Delhi, taking on land mafias and top politicians with courage and preparation - Why “the greatest equipment in life is not your heart or brain, but your backbone” - Ordinary Indians doing extraordinary things — the 52 stories behind The Winning Formula - A tough message for parents, teachers and the education system — stop copying success, start discovering originality- Why reading books and building character matters more than filters, likes and overnight success About the book – The Winning FormulaAlphonse’s latest book isn’t about being superhuman —  it’s about realizing that being human is super.It features 20 stories from his own life and 32 from ordinary people who achieved the extraordinary. If you’re going through a tough phaseHere’s what Alphonse wants you to remember:  You don’t need superpowers to lead an extraordinary life — just a backbone.Support the Podcast  If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.  Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with truth, heart and courage.✅ Subscribe To Our Channel:   / themohuashow  Stay updated!🔔Follow Us OnThe Mohua Show►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram:  / themohuashow  ►LinkedIn:  / themohuashow  ►For any queries EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

Why do men's mental health and domestic abuse cases often go unheard? How can we move beyond gender stereotypes in relationships and mental health?In this powerful and deeply personal episode of TMS, we sit down with Dr. Aninda Sidhana, who shares her journey of rebuilding her life multiple times while challenging societal norms. As a voice against gender stereotypes, Dr. Aninda Sidhana discusses the compassionate side of the Indian Psychiatrist Society, why divorce should not be a stigma, and how inconsistency can be the biggest red flag in relationships.She also addresses the unspoken struggles men face, the reality of false marital rape cases, and why acceptance is the ultimate key to healing.What You'll Discover:- How to rebuild your life after personal crises- The importance of destigmatizing divorce in Indian families- Why men's domestic abuse cases are often overlooked- The danger of inconsistency in relationships- How to recognize internal battles behind external smiles- Why "feelings have no gender" is crucial for mental healthReferences:Indian Psychiatric Society: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Psychiatric_Society Unpaid Labour: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unpaid_workEmotional Abuse: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_abuseHome Maker: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homemaking ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔Follow Us OnThe Mohua Show►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/Connect with the Guest: Dr. Aninda Sidhana► LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/dr-aninda-sidhana-642978291 ►For any queries EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.#DrAnindaSidhana #GenderStereotypes #MensMentalHealth #DomesticAbuseAwareness #MentalHealth #RelationshipGoals #DivorceStigma #IndianSociety #MentalHealthAwareness #TMSPodcast

What does it take to build a career in publishing? How is technology changing the world of books? And why is vulnerability the secret weapon for creative professionals?In this insightful episode of TMS, we sit down with Sudheshna, a publishing professional and writer who started her journey by writing randomly, never expecting her work would find an audience. She pulls back the curtain on the publishing industry, explaining the crucial role of a rights manager and the delicate balance between editing, rights acquisition, and international sales.Sudheshna shares why she believes there's no point in shunning AI and technology, how audio and print books can peacefully coexist, and why taking baby steps is the most sustainable path to creative success.What You'll Learn:- How to start a writing career without a grand plan- The behind-the-scenes reality of rights management in publishing- Why embracing technology doesn't mean abandoning tradition- How vulnerability becomes your greatest professional strength- The power of consistent small steps in building a creative careerReferences:National Book Trust: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Book_TrustFantasy Literature: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasy_literatureSpeaking Tiger Books: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speaking_Tiger_Books✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔Follow Us OnThe Mohua Show►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/Connect with the Guest: Sudheshna Shome Ghosh►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sushome/►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

What does it mean to be a man when your childhood was stolen by abuse? How can we create a world where male survivors are heard, believed, and healed?In this profoundly courageous episode, we sit down with Robert H. Marshall Jr.—a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, advocate, and a voice for the countless men silenced by trauma and stigma. He shares his harrowing journey of survival, the heavy cloak of societal expectations placed on men, and his mission to redefine masculinity into a force for vulnerability and connection.Robert H. Marshall Jr. opens up about the staggering prevalence of assault against men, the corrosive impact of premature exposure to pornography, and why the path to healing requires us to listen without making a survivor's pain about ourselves.What You'll Discover:*  Robert H. Marshall Jr. personal testimony as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse* How poverty and the pressure to be a "provider" disconnect men from their families* A new, healthier working definition of manhood and masculinity* The shocking statistic on male sexual assault and premature exposure to pornography* Why "This is not a them issue, this is an us issue"* The crucial rule for supporters: "You cannot make their experience about you"* The empowering truth that "Help can heal people"Join us for a vital conversation that breaks taboos, challenges toxic norms, and illuminates the path toward healing and a more compassionate understanding of masculinity.References:Understanding Sexual Abuse: https://www.rainn.org/ Male Survivor: https://malesurvivor.org/ The Mask You Live In (Documentary on Masculinity): https://therepresentationproject.org/film/the-mask-you-live-in/ ✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔Connect with the Guest: Robert H. Marshall Jr.►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roberthmarshalljr/►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.com Also Check Out:The Power of Storytelling: Insia Dariwala's Fight Against Child Sexual Abuse | Ep 195 |The Mohua Showhttps://youtu.be/SCoA1YY2c3s?si=cerUc5nEGanDj-uS Empowering Communities Through Sexuality Education with Reema Ahmad | Ep 183 | The Mohua Showhttps://youtu.be/rxHqNM3SiDE?si=fH9qYxSE2499tkw- Copyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

What does it take to become a documentary photographer when you come from a place where art isn't considered a "real career"? How does one capture the soul of communities through a lens?In this deeply personal episode, we sit down with Mrityunjay - documentary photographer, filmmaker, and multidisciplinary storyteller. He shares his extraordinary journey of breaking away from the typical "engineer or doctor" path expected of academically bright students in India, leaving home early to pursue his calling, and building a career in visual storytelling without any formal arts background.Mritunjay opens up about the challenges of representing marginalized communities authentically, his battle with stage fright despite being a public storyteller, and why he believes letting go is the most crucial part of the creative process.What You'll Discover:- The moment he defied family expectations to choose photography over engineering- How leaving home at a young age shaped his artistic perspective- The reality of building a creative career without arts education or connections- His philosophy of "Grounded Imaginaries" and ethical storytelling- Why representing Bihari language and culture matters in visual media- Coping with stage fright while being a public artist- The art of knowing when to stop in documentary workJoin us for an intimate conversation about finding your voice, the courage to choose creativity over convention, and what it truly means to tell stories that matter.✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!🔔Follow Us On:  ►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/Connect with the Guest: Mritunjay Kumar►Website: https://www.unpose.in/Personal/The-House-Blue►For any queries, EMAIL: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

Where did the name "The Great Bong" come from? Can satire thrive in a pre-social media world? And how does a writer reconcile personal philosophy with ancient texts like the Bhagavad Gita?In this insightful episode, Mohua Chinappa engages in a free-wheeling conversation with Arnab Ray, the celebrated author, better known as The Great Bong. Arnab, one of India's pioneering bloggers, opens up about the origins of his iconic pseudonym and about the challenges in the book publishing industry.What You’ll Learn:The story behind the legendary name "The Great Bong"Why he started his influential blog in the pre-social media eraThe art of using literature to make people feel uneasyHis unique "interpretation of the Geeta" and the maturity that brings discomfort with certain implicationsThe real value of literature festivals and why they are popular not for the books, but for the conversationsThe challenges of publishing and the difference between writing books and scriptsThe script of a classic film he wishes he had writtenJoin us for a candid conversation that traverses from satire to scripture, exploring the mind of a writer who challenges conventions both on the page and on the screen.Subscribe To Our Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheMohuaShow Stay updated!Follow Us On: The Mohua ShowMohua Chinappa► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Connect with the GuestArnab Ray, AuthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbong?igsh=MWtlaG80NThkeG1wYQ== References:Shyama Prasad Mukherjee https://share.google/ju3wzqHStx9GyoKFO Nirad C. Chaudhuri https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirad_C._Chaudhuri Rediff.com https://share.google/idHzQqPTCLo0fmJcx Sulekha Ink https://share.google/15Y5i5ipGCVaEat63 Khushwant Singh https://share.google/0sn8imhdtseoZuL5H HarperCollins Publishers India Books, Novels, Authors and Reviews https://share.google/FPPxWaP3XzvVmK7px Ranji Trophy https://share.google/Ql1Qqnoylkq8Aes5m ► For any queries E-Mail: hello@themohuashow.comCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

Why are more young girls hitting puberty early?How do hormones, stress, and diet shape a woman’s body, and her mind?In this empowering episode, Mohua Chinappa speaks with Khyati Rupani, Founder & Chief Nutritionist at Balance Nutrition, about the real science behind PCOS, hormonal health, menopause, and sustainable weight loss.Khyati, a clinical dietitian and former Chief Dietitian at Lilavati Hospital, has guided over 75,000 clients globally through evidence-based, holistic nutrition. She opens up about the taboos around women’s health, the rise of emotional eating, and how food can once again become medicine, not stress.Reference links:24 Mantra Organic https://www.instagram.com/24mantraorganic?igsh=dW1neXN3dHFldDR6 Heinz Official Site - Heinz® India | Heinz https://share.google/NLZkAlPn8TXBZiFYt Vidya Balan on Inflammation https://youtube.com/shorts/ylbqAfDkniA?si=ASrNIcCWhuqyAYWM Doodhshakti Pure Ghee and Probiotic Butter Spread Online | Nutralite https://share.google/L0EF8iBg6CXe7xJT4 Kombucha - Wikipedia https://share.google/HKqKBJdcMOug9uKJP What You’ll Learn:Why puberty is starting earlier than everHow PCOS and hormonal imbalances affect women todayThe emotional connection between food and identityNatural ways to reverse fatty liver, inflammation, and diabetesWhy fad diets fail  and how to achieve sustainable weight lossMenopause myths, age-old Indian “nuskaas,” and food that healsAdvice for young nutritionists entering the wellness industryGuest: Khyati RupaniFounder & Chief Nutritionist, Balance NutritionLinkedIn: Khyati RupaniFollow The Mohua Show:Website: www.themohuashow.comInstagram: /themohuashowLinkedIn: /themohuashowFor Queries: hello@themohuashow.comKeywords / Tags:Khyati RupaniBalance NutritionPCOS treatment IndiaHormonal imbalance womenMenopause nutritionSustainable weight lossFatty liver dietInflammation and gut healthHormonal health podcastThe Mohua ShowMohua ChinappaMenopause awarenessPCOS natural cureCopyright ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights Reserved DisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms.

What does it take to make a city nearly rabies-free without harming a single stray dog? How can compassion transform centuries-old practices of animal exploitation into humane alternatives? In this powerful episode we sit down with Timmie Kumar, Managing Trustee of Help in Suffering and a pioneer in India’s animal welfare movement.Why This Episode Matters:Animal welfare in India is often overshadowed by human struggles, but compassion is not a zero-sum game. Timmie Kumar reveals how Jaipur became a model for humane street dog management while challenging animal cruelty in festivals, weddings, and traditions. She also stresses the need to regulate pet ownership, end animal testing, and build empathy through education so kindness becomes a way of life.Lessons in Compassion & Change:Jaipur’s rabies-free success shows that large-scale humane interventions can save lives.Abandonment and overbreeding must end.Sensitization of police/authorities can transform society.From animal testing to zoos and sacrificial rituals, cruelty must never be justified as entertainment or tradition.Connect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the Guest:Timmie Kumar: https://www.instagram.com/timmie.kumar/ Help in Suffering: https://www.instagram.com/helpinsuffering/ References:Help in Suffering, PETA India on Zoos & Elephants, General Animal Welfare Legislation in IndiaFollow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/More Episodes Like This:Gargi Rawat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vc3xZ8wf5do For any other queries EMAILhello@themohuashow.comDisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.