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Dear Paarijaat

Dear Paarijaat

Hosted by Mayank Gangwar

Episodes

47

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

About the show

"The universe is made of stories, not atoms." ~ Muriel Rukeyser Every person has a story. Every journey has a lesson. Every conversation has the power to inspire. Dear Paarijaat is a global podcast hosted by Mayank Gangwar, author, entrepreneur, podcaster, and Karmaveer Chakra Awardee. The show features meaningful conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, artists, thought leaders, and changemakers from around the world. More than just interviews, these are conversations about purpose, passion, challenges, growth, and the experiences that shape who we become. With 4+ seasons, 35+ episodes, listeners across 30+ countries, availability on 20+ major platforms, and over 5 Million impressions, Dear Paarijaat has become a space where stories connect people across cultures, professions, and borders. The podcast currently holds a 9.4 IMDb rating and a 5-star Spotify rating. Because behind every achievement is a story worth sharing. Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaat Looking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support .

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August 15, 2026Episode 1642 min

Why We Build Imaginary Worlds | Brad C. Anderson

What can imaginary worlds reveal about the real one? Brad C. Anderson and I talked about the craft of science fiction, building believable worlds, flawed characters, and organizational wisdom. We also got into what happens when an author's real-world experience starts quietly shaping the worlds they create.Learn more about Brad here: https://bradanderson2000.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 14, 2026Episode 1534 min

What Are We Really Trying to Say When We Sing? | Glenda Benevides

What happens when music becomes more than a performance? Glenda Benevides and I talked about music, songwriting, emotion, finding your voice, and why some songs stay with us long after they end. We also touched on the courage it takes to create honestly and let people see the person behind the artist. A conversation about music, connection, and what happens when you create from somewhere real.Learn more about Glenda: https://glendabenevides.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 11, 2026Episode 1453 min

From Family Notes to Fiction | Kristine Jensen

Kristine Jensen joins Dear Paarijaat to talk about her novel, the real family history that inspired it, and the process of turning old memories and handwritten records into fiction. We also discuss storytelling, friendship, community, and the unexpected ways our past can shape what we create.Learn more about Kristine: https://www.wednesday-club.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 9, 2026Episode 1342 min

The Long Road to Becoming a Writer | Myron Edwards

What keeps a creative person creating for decades? Myron Edwards has written for the BBC, worked in advertising, created Tubewalking, travelled the world, and eventually found his way into fiction. We talk about creativity, starting late, writing, publishing, finding readers, and what it takes to keep creating when the world keeps changing. A conversation about ideas, persistence, and the creative life.Learn more about Myron here: https://myronedwardsbooks.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 9, 2026Episode 1248 min

500 Weddings Later: Behind the Scenes of Destination Weddings | Sandy Malone

After planning more than 500 destination weddings, Sandy Malone has seen just about everything. She joins Dear Paarijaat to share the unforgettable stories behind the weddings, how Hurricane Maria changed the course of her life and business, and how those experiences eventually inspired her fiction. A candid conversation about weddings, entrepreneurship, storytelling, and starting over.Learn more about Sandy Malone: https://sandymalone.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 7, 2026Episode 1131 min

Why Curiosity Might Be One of Our Greatest Strengths? | Eric Fisher

Eric Fisher joins us for a thoughtful conversation on resilience, mental health, curiosity, vulnerability, and finding balance when life gets messy. We explore how to get unstuck, understand ourselves better, and approach life's challenges with greater awareness.Learn more about Eric: https://www.recoveryartscounselling.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

August 5, 2026Episode 1031 min

Democracy for Sale: Politics, Power & Accountability | Dr. Neelam Perry

What happens when a physician steps into politics to challenge the system she believes is failing the people? Dr. Neelam Perry joins Dear Paarijaat to discuss democracy, political accountability, money and influence, immigration, healthcare reform, mental health, and restoring public trust in government. A candid conversation about what political leadership should actually look like.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Dear Paarijaat, its host, or its team. This episode is presented for informational and discussion purposes and does not constitute political endorsement.Learn more about Dr. Neelam Perry and her work: https://vote4perry.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

July 1, 2026Episode 931 min

The Future of Work Is You | Danny Carpio on AI, Self-Scale & The Unfirm

What if the biggest shift in work isn't AI itself, but how we choose to work?In this episode of Dear Paarijaat, I sit down with Danny Carpio, organizational architect, systems builder, and author of The Unfirm: The New Unit of Scale Is You.For over a decade, Danny has helped build organizations, startups, and high-performance teams that have collectively raised more than $25 million in capital while navigating rapidly changing industries. Instead of following traditional career paths, he has spent his career designing operating systems that help individuals and small teams create outsized impact.We explore how AI is reshaping careers, why the traditional company model is evolving, what "self-scale" really means, and how anyone can build leverage in today's world.If you're an entrepreneur, student, creator, founder, freelancer, or simply curious about the future of work, this conversation offers practical ideas you can apply immediately.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

June 10, 2026Episode 820 min

Building a Life Outside the Lines | Dr. Amanda Wilson

What happens when someone refuses to follow the usual path?In this episode of Dear Paarijaat, I sit down with Dr. Amanda Wilson - orthodontist, entrepreneur, educator, and proud member of the neurodivergent community.From an unconventional childhood to helping scale a dental startup toward a billion-dollar IPO, Amanda shares stories about resilience, thinking differently, parenting outside the box, and why some of life's biggest advantages come from the very things that make us different.A thoughtful, honest, and often surprising conversation about success, confidence, family, and finding your own way.Dr. Amanda Wilson's Website: Click hereCheck out the book "The Boardman Watches": Click hereReach out to Mayank Gangwar: click hereListen Dear Paarijaat Podcast on 20+ stores: click hereDon't forget to give us a follow, and a star rating as well! Share it in your social circle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

June 9, 2026Episode 723 min

What Matters After the Applause Ends | Chris Woods

Chris Woods had the career, the success, and everything many people aspire to achieve. Then a life-changing moment forced him to rethink what truly matters. A candid conversation on fear, fulfillment, personal growth, and redefining success.Chris Woods Website: Click hereCheck out the book "The Boardman Watches": Click hereReach out to Mayank Gangwar: click hereListen Dear Paarijaat Podcast on 20+ stores: click hereDon't forget to give us a follow, and a star rating as well! Share it in your social circle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-paarijaat--6055494/support.Want to be a guest on Dear Paarijaat? Send Mayank Gangwar a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/dearpaarijaatLooking for great podcast guests or interview opportunities of your own? Join PodMatch:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/dearpaarijaat

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