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June 14, 2026Episode 3162 hr 11 min

FASTO's Founder's Take on Entrepreneurship, AI & Nepal's Future

Building one of Nepal’s ambitious supply chain ecosystems (Fasto) to exploring AI, education, government transformation, founder psychology, and the future of national development, we’re diving deep into what it really takes to build systems that outlast trends in this upcoming episode. We dive deep into: -Why confidence is a myth and clarity is the only thing that actually builds successful founders -How a sovereign AI strategy could decide whether Nepal becomes a tech consumer or a tech creator -What 60% of government spending going to administrative costs reveals about Nepal's hidden inefficiency crisis -Why "this is the best time to come back to Nepal" isn't just optimism. It's a calculated bet. -How Nepal's youth skill gap could become its biggest opportunity or its deepest failure -Why founders, not corporations, are becoming the most powerful storytellers and the most dangerous ones -What spirituality has to do with building a business empire -How supply chains quietly shape the future of an entire nation This is a conversation about clarity in an age of information overload, optimism in a country full of untapped potential, and why the next generation of entrepreneurs may have more opportunity than any generation before them. If you're thinking about startups, technology, policy, AI, or Nepal’s future on the global stage. This episode will challenge how you think about growth, progress, and what comes next. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Highlights 9:46 – How to utilize your network. 10:03 – Big players in this field (supply chain) 18:21 – $20/month is a nominal cost for AI 28:01 – The government can be one of the biggest consumers (clients). 38:02 – Our Prime Minister is around our age. 45:37 – This is the best time for the Nepali diaspora to return. 55:18 – Pahadi is a platform/company with multiple brands. 1:03:11 – What is an inefficient supply chain? 1:20:23 – Built Claude into my 24/7 companion. 1:28:02 – Spiritual strength comes after physical and mental strength. 1:40:19 – Clarity is the only thing that actually builds confidence. 1:46:54 – Degrees are becoming less relevant. 2:00:59 – If it looks effortless, a lot of effort has gone into making it look that way. If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Prashant Ghimire Chairman, Pahadi Foods & Fasto LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashantghimirenp/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #NepalStartup #Fasto #FounderMindset #ArtificialIntelligence #BuildInNepal

June 14, 2026Episode 3581 hr 33 min

Why International Degrees Are Booming in Nepal | Explained by Expert with 30+ Years of Experience

We're diving deep into one of the most urgent and overlooked conversations in Nepal: the broken bridge between learning and earning. This is an episode about what happens when a system designed for the last century tries to prepare young people for the next one. Our guest has spent three decades at the intersection of education policy, vocational training, and workforce development: Dr. Usha Bhandari In this episode, we talk about: -Why the most dangerous thing in Nepal's education system isn't corruption. It's irrelevance. -Why "gap year" is a lie we tell ourselves and how that same period could be the most transformative labor market entry of a young person's life -How degrees are becoming decorations while skills, attitude, and work-based learning become the real currency of employment -Why we need to move past treating vocational skills as a lesser path -Why internships without pay are exploitation disguised as opportunity This is not just a conversation about education. This is a conversation about the future of work, the value of skill, and whether Nepal is ready to build a generation that doesn't have to leave home to find a worthy career. TIMESTAMPS 0:02:56 — Why Nepali Graduates Aren’t Market-Ready 0:05:15 — The Rise of International Degrees in Nepal 0:11:06 — Who Ensures Quality in Higher Education? 0:16:46 — Understanding Academic Permeability 0:20:34 — How Effective Is Permeability in Nepal? 0:27:13 — The Need for Industry-Led Education 0:30:31 — Why Academia and Industry Must Work Together 0:56:07 — The Future of Part-Time Higher Education 1:01:46 — What Nepal Can Learn from Indonesia’s Success 1:06:45 — Using Technology to Reduce Inequality 1:08:38 — How Switzerland Transformed Its Education System 1:14:47 — Building Strong Links Between Education and Employment 1:15:37 — Why Taking a Gap Year Can Be Valuable 1:21:41 — How Universities Can Stay Relevant in a Changing World 1:27:34 — Reflecting on 30 Years in Education 1:30:40 — A Guide to Career Counselling for Nepal If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Dr. Usha Bhandari Advisor TVET, Swisscontact LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-usha-bhandari-9517a5176/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoers #SkillsOverDegrees #Nepal #VocationalEducation #FutureOfWork

June 14, 2026Episode 3571 hr 28 min

Why He Left US To Build In Nepal | 20+ Years in Private Equity

From the corridors of the World Bank in Washington DC to the chaotic streets of Kathmandu, we're diving deep into the untold truths of Nepal's private capital markets, the illusions of a venture ecosystem, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in a country the world keeps underestimating. This is a conversation about conviction, and the quiet courage of coming home. Dipta Shah, who chose to trade a global career to build back in Nepal. In the upcoming episode, we talk about: -How Nepal's so called "venture capital" market is not a venture capital market -How "grantrepreneurs" are silently killing Nepal's startup ecosystem -How a bootstrapped company with zero offices is quietly placing Nepali freelancers in global market and growing 100% year on year -How AI is reshaping power, opportunity, and inequality across the world -Why digital labor may become Nepal’s strongest export While the rest of the world races toward AI, infrastructure, and innovation, Nepal is running out of time to decide whether it wants to compete or simply watch from the sidelines. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 12:23 Careful about Quantum of Capital Raised 17:56 8–9 License Managers in Nepal 18:11 Nepal is a Private Capital Market 22:08 Why Do These Portfolio Management Services Exist? 26:50 What Nepal Can Learn from India's Startup Ecosystem 31:40 The Funding Gaps in Nepal's Startup Ecosystem 34:35 The Hidden Cost of Lack of Grant Money 45:23 How AI is Changing the Venture Capital Industry 50:48 Why AI is Making People Work More, Not Less 54:00 Nepal's Fear of Missing Out on AI 59:22 Nepal's Hidden Superpower 1:07:45 The Vision Behind Vikasa Tech 1:11:45 The State of Tech Talent Today 1:12:50 Traditional Business vs. Vikasa Tech's Approach 1:18:15 Observing the Rise of "New Nepal" in 2026 1:21:10 How Can Nepal Bring Back Ultra High Achieving Individuals back? 1:22:08 Why Successful Nepalis Want to Return Home 1:23:27 The Burning Desire to Create Impact in an Underdeveloped Country If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Dipta Shah Co-Founder, VikasaTech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipta-shah-5513b04/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: / himalayaneve. . Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #VentureCapital #NepalTech #BuildInNepal #Thedoersnepal #VikasaTech

June 14, 2026Episode 3121 hr 34 min

How Yango Is Winning Nepal’s Ride-Hailing War | Santosh Pandey | Country Manager at Yango Nepal

“Cheap rides. Driver bonuses. Millions of users. So how is Yango actually making money?” In this episode, Yango Nepal Country Manager Santosh Pandey breaks down the real business behind Nepal’s ride-hailing industry from scaling to millions of users, to building a tech ecosystem powered by 34 local Nepali companies. We talk about: Ride-hailing wars in Nepal Yango’s competitive edge Gig economy & earning opportunities Why Kathmandu became a priority market And the future of tech, EVs, and logistics in Nepal Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:20 First Camera Appearance After Joining Yango 01:50 Launching Yango in Nepal 02:49 Millions of People Already Use Yango 05:36 Yango’s Partner Model Explained 06:41 Why Cheap Pricing Worked in Nepal 10:21 Yango Is More Than a Ride-Hailing App 11:00 The 34 Nepali Companies Behind Yango 12:55 Is Yango a Tech Company or a Map Company? 15:28 How Fast Yango Expanded Across Kathmandu 25:28 Ride-Hailing Wars: Who Can Burn More Cash? 34:15 Personal Branding & Success 34:46 The Random Coffee Message That Changed Everything 36:08 “Can I Actually Do This?” - Imposter Syndrome 39:01 One Year Fully Focused on Yango 47:22 “You Don’t Need To Go Abroad To Earn 1 Lakh” 01:09:48 Why Gig Economy Jobs Aren’t Long-Term 01:10:23 The Real Truth About Gig Economy 01:11:49 What Does “New Nepal” Look Like? 01:12:25 Nepal’s Technology Shift Is Finally Happening 01:28:58 Young Teams, Global Exposure & The Future If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Santosh Pandey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshpandeynepal/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersNepal #YangoNepal #StartupNepal #RideHailing #GigEconomy #Entrepreneurship #TechInNepal

June 14, 2026Episode 3561 hr 49 min

Most Companies Are Operating in Loss” | Why Nepal’s Remittance Companies Are Quietly Dying

$11.5 billion flows into Nepal every year through remittance. More than half of it never enters the formal system. And the companies legally processing the rest are operating at a loss. Ritesh Mittal has spent 21 years inside this industry. In this episode he tells us everything the industry does not want to say out loud. The informal economy, the collapsing margins, the Middle East risk, the skill development opportunity, and why the next big solution will come from a young Nepali willing to treat this problem as a personal mission. This conversation is a mirror held up to Nepal: its ambitions, its failures, and the window of opportunity that is still, just barely, open. The clock is ticking, the money is moving, and Nepal needs to decide what side of history it wants to be on. In this episode of The Doers Podcast, we talk about: -Nepali diaspora sends $11.5 billion home every year, and more than half of it never enters the formal system. -Why has one of the most critical industries in Nepal been operating at a loss for years, and nobody is talking about it? -What happens to Nepal's economy the day Middle East instability forces millions of workers to come home? -How does a 21-year industry veteran watch his revenue grow and his profits collapse at the same time? -The remittance business built this nation, and it might be quietly dying. -Why skill development, not remittance, might be the real next frontier, and why young Nepalis are sleeping on it. Timestamps: 0:00 – Episode Highlights 1:10 – Opening Conversation 7:05 – His Journey, Struggles & Early Hardships 14:18 – Building International Partnerships in the Remittance Industry 21:34 – Why Revenue Increased but Profits Declined 27:01 – Why Remittance Companies Are Remembered Only During Foreign Reserve Crises 33:36 – How Trade Activities Indirectly Facilitate Hundi Networks 47:30 – Why Remittance Companies Should Be Allowed to Open Foreign Bank Accounts 55:24 – The Social Consequences Emerging from Nepal’s Remittance Dependency 1:07:26 – Every Problem Becomes a Solution When Viewed Differently 1:13:10 – The Unexpected Countries Sending Remittance to Nepal 1:23:34 – Remittance Companies Pay Nearly 30% in Taxes 1:34:11 – Building Businesses in Industries He Initially Knew Nothing About 1:41:30 – Advice He Would Give to His Younger Self 1:46:40 – Closing Remarks If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Ritesh Mittal Executive Chairman, NepalRemit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mittalritesh/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneve... Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #Remittance #NepalRemittance #NepalEconomy #TheDoers #TheDoersNepal #NepalRemittanceAssociation

June 14, 2026Episode 3551 hr 21 min

Nepal’s NID System is Not Safe | Why Cyber Security Must Become Nepal's #1 Priority

Meet Bijay, a cybersecurity entrepreneur working at the intersection of AI, national security, and digital infrastructure. With experience across SaaS security, enterprise systems, and AI-powered cyber defense, he works with national and international clients while actively advocating for stronger cybersecurity standards in Nepal. In this conversation, Bijay explains why cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, but a national security priority. From AI-generated malware and cyber warfare to Nepal’s outdated policies, data privacy risks, and the future of AI-driven attacks, he explores how technology is evolving faster than governments and organizations can adapt. In this episode of The Doers Podcast, we talk about: -Why cybersecurity is now a national security issue, not just an IT problem -How AI is changing both cyber defense and cyber warfare -Why Nepal still operates on outdated cybersecurity policies from 2012 -Why young Nepali cybersecurity talents are world class but lack direction -Why future wars may begin with cyber attacks, not missiles -What Nepal must do to build a billion dollar cybersecurity industry -Why “secure by design” is becoming mandatory in the AI era From AI threats to digital warfare, from policy failures to untapped Nepali talent, this conversation goes deep into the future of cybersecurity, national resilience, and Nepal’s place in the global tech ecosystem. Timestamps: 0:00 Highlights 0:59 Bijay back at The Doers podcast after 5 years 5:30 Rapid changes in innovation due to AI 9:29 How will you protect your data and information? 15:13 Now cyber security has become a basic need. 20:13 Health sector is a neglected area. 24:46 There is no cyber security law in Nepal. 28:32 Big visions with no base in Nepal’s digital plan 39:10 MBBS student in bug bounty 44:29 Status of young graduates in this field 49:49 Milestones to achieve to get into cyber defence 57:32 Why are we losing projects from abroad? 1:12:42 Principle of Palantir’s CEO 1:16:34 It is a race of capital. 1:20:44 Showcase investors our capabilities and competence. If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Bijay Limbu Senihang CEO, Vairav Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijaysenihang/ #TheDoersGlobal #vairavtech #nepaltoglobal #IT #cybersecurity 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneve... Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889

June 5, 2026Episode 3541 hr 19 min

Nepal Reached 4500 MW. The Hard Part Starts Now.

Nepal has crossed 4500 MW of electricity generation. But why are we still importing electricity? Why are transformers under pressure? And can Nepal turn its energy surplus into an economic advantage? In this episode, Anjal Niraula breaks down Nepal's energy future—from hydropower, solar, and EVs to energy security, Bitcoin mining, grid infrastructure, and the hidden challenges facing the country's power sector. A conversation about the future of energy, the economy, and Nepal's path toward true energy independence. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:35 The Energy Crisis Nobody Is Talking About 04:27 Why Energy Imports Hurt Nepal's Economy 07:59 Why Nepal Still Imports Electricity 11:45 Green Hydrogen and Nepal's Energy Future 12:02 Bhutan's Bitcoin Mining Strategy 16:53 Can Nepal's Grid Handle EVs and Induction Stoves? 20:39 Why More Electricity Doesn't Automatically Mean Prosperity 28:09 Smart Energy Planning and Demand Management 28:39 Why NEA Can't Do Everything Alone 29:46 The Challenge of Creating Domestic Demand 30:21 Can 4500 MW Become an Economic Risk? 32:24 The Case for Private Sector Participation 38:37 Every Home Is a Power Plant 39:25 The Rooftop Solar Debate 41:54 Cheap Power, Growth and Development 42:39 Solar vs Hydro: The Speed Difference 46:23 Can Solar Power Factories? 53:45 Why Solar Complements Hydropower 1:13:52 energy security is national security If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Anjal Niraula CEO, Gham Power LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjal-niraula-3b360674/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #AnjalNiraula #NepalEnergy #EnergySecurity #Hydropower #SolarEnergy #EVNepal #PowerGrid #NepalEconomy #RenewableEnergy #NepaliPodcast #TheDoersNepal #Nepal

May 12, 2026Episode 3532 hr 6 min

Why Nepal’s Universities Are Falling Behind In The AI Era | ACCA Country Head

“Knowledge alone is no longer enough.” In this episode of Doers, we are joined by Rabin Katwal for a deep conversation on AI, education, geopolitics, capitalism, human psychology, and Nepal’s future. From why humans naturally imitate each other to why smart people are becoming dependent on AI to why Nepal’s biggest fear should be the quality of human resources this episode explores the uncomfortable realities most people are not talking about yet. We discuss: AI agents vs AI tools Claude, ChatGPT, and dependency on AI ACCA changing its curriculum because of AI why humans default to zero-sum thinking China’s AI strategy and open source models why Nepal’s education system is still behind interdisciplinary thinking and design thinking spirituality, consciousness, and intelligence and how modern humans are struggling to keep up with the complexity of the world A layered conversation connecting: AI, psychology, systems thinking, survival, entrepreneurship, power, education, and the future of Nepal. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:22 Why This Conversation Matters 3:06 AI Is Not Just ChatGPT 7:06 Why ACCA Is Rebuilding Education Around AI 12:30 “I Can’t Imagine Working Without AI” 14:20 The Fear Of Losing Access To AI 17:18 The World Is Moving Towards Localization 21:26 Globalization Was Never Neutral 21:59 Why Humans Copy Each Other 30:56 Humans Naturally Think In Competition 33:11 AI Could Become Humanity’s Biggest Risk 36:51 China’s Open Source AI Strategy Explained 41:19 Why Nepal Cannot Win The AI Infrastructure Race 49:03 Nepal’s Real Crisis Is Human Resources 55:00 Why Patriotism Feels Different In Nepal 57:50 Why Nepal Struggles To Build Great Institutions 1:06:55 What Universities Must Change Immediately 1:14:18 Why Humans Hate Giving Away Power 1:23:10 Escaping The Brain’s Default Programming 1:31:50 Why Intelligence Is Hard To Define 1:41:50 Can Nepal Build Ethical AI? 1:48:05 Why China Focuses On Itself 1:56:50 Can Universal Basic Income Actually Work? 2:00:50 The Conflict Between Learning & Inner Peace If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Rabin Katwal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabinkatwal/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #DoersGlobal #RabinKatwal #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Nepal #NepaliPodcast #Podcast #FutureOfWork #HumanIntelligence #Education #Technology #ACCA #CriticalThinking #Geopolitics #AIAgents #ChatGPT #ClaudeAI #SystemsThinking #NepalYouth #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #FutureOfEducation #OpenSourceAI #Psychology

May 10, 2026Episode 3521 hr 27 min

The Startup Nepali Banks Are Quietly Paying | OnePoint |

"Most of the wallets and PSOs in Nepal run on our platform, and nobody knows about us." In this episode, we sit down with the founders of One Point, the "invisible backbone" of the fintech industry. While you might use eSewa, Khalti, or Fonepay every day, you probably didn't know that the middleware making those transactions possible is often powered by One Point. From the high stakes "last minute" launch of Nepal Payment Solution (NPS) to implementing world first banking technology in countries like Jordan, Myanmar, and Cambodia. This conversation is a masterclass in building a global tech product from Nepal. In this episode, we talk about -The "Dirty Tech" Philosophy: Why building unglamorous middleware is a million dollar idea. -Going Global: How One Point successfully entered diverse markets across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. -The Open Banking Revolution: Why the future of finance isn't just an app, but a connected ecosystem. -Pricing for Disruption: How One Point provides 5x more value at a fraction of the cost of global giants. -The DIY Platform: Why the best enterprise software is the one where the customer never has to call support. Timestamp 1:12 — How OnePoint Got Its Name 3:19 — From fax based to digital remittance journey 6:13 — Even the central bank couldn’t give clarity 13:03 — Story of how ATM was hacked 15:57 — COVID was blessing in disguise 20:09 — How pricing was set for their product? 24:02 — Almost every Nepali banks are using our middleware 28:20 — What is open banking? 36:14 — The Role of Regulators in Open Banking 46:32 — How similar/different is open banking from embedded finance 51:29 — Type of tech companies in Nepal 53:43 — Implementing technology that is not accepted in Nepal 1:00:49 — Future plan of Onepoint 1:01:29 — Our best customer don’t call us 1:03:59 — The only company in Nepal 1:05:27 — One of the few Nepali companies to be Gartner listed 1:10:47 — There is no AI without API 1:12:59 — How much do Nepali banks pay you? 1:18:58 — Team of 15–20 people that aim to serve 100 international organizations 1:23:30 — Nepali population adapts technology fast 1:24:42 — Suggestion to policymakers from the executives of Onepoint If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Shree Pratap Shrestha CEO, OnePoint Financial Services LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratap-stha/ Bikram Duwal CTO, OnePoint Financial Services LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bikram-duwal-9a287aa3/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersGlobal #Onepoint #fintech #nepaltoglobal

May 3, 2026Episode 3511 hr 20 min

Can Nepali Youth Really Create Jobs? Here’s How

Can Nepali youth really build startups or are we still stuck in the same cycle? In this episode, we sit down with Niraj Khanal, an ecosystem enabler, startup mentor, and investor, to break down the reality of building startups in Nepal from the ground up. From incubation to angel investment, this conversation explores how Nepal’s startup ecosystem is evolving, what’s still broken, and what founders need to understand before they start. We talk about why most first-time founders struggle, the truth about funding and traction, and how mindset, not just money, determines whether a startup survives. This episode also challenges common startup myths in Nepal from “investor bina startup hudaina” to the belief that ideas alone are enough. More importantly, it highlights something deeper why youth struggle to build, how environment shapes ambition, and what needs to change if Nepal wants more job creators instead of job seekers. If you’re a student, founder, or someone thinking about building in Nepal, this conversation will give you clarity on what it actually takes. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:12 PEVC growth and regulation in Nepal 05:03 First-time founders reality 07:13 Same problems from 2012 to 2026 09:46 Weak foundation of Nepal’s business ecosystem 13:08 What incubation actually does 17:24 Family-funded business culture 22:39 Investment thesis and decision making 27:45 Investors acting like bosses 30:44 India’s angel investor ecosystem 34:52 How founders actually make money 36:55 Diaspora interest in investing 43:38 Government’s role in ecosystem building 49:48 Core problem: coachability and mindset 01:01:34 Are parents holding youth back? 01:13:25 Why investors avoid certain founders 01:16:19 Youth seeing new possibilities If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-s3c8w-1aad277 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest Niraj Khanal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niraj-khanal-a980493b/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #doersglobal #startupnepal #entrepreneurnepal #foundersnepal #nepaliyouth #nepalstartup #startupjourney #angelinvestment #venturecapital #buildinpublic #businessnepal #entrepreneurship