⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses harassment, intimidation and experiences of harassment. 
 
Harassment isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it’s subtle. Sometimes it goes unspoken for years.
 
In this episode of Lyca XTRA, Deep Rajah is joined by Sangeeta Pandey (IIW) and Gayatri Shenoy, Principal Business Analyst, for an honest conversation about the different forms harassment can take, why women often hesitate to speak up, and how the people around them can influence that silence.
 
They also share personal experiences from their family and professional lives, opening up about moments when they felt harassed, threatened or uncomfortable.
 
A difficult conversation, but an important one.
 
🎙️Modern Harassment | Coming up on Lyca XTRA
 
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What if the right debt could actually help your business grow faster?
 
In this episode, Khush sits down with Meenal Sambre, Founder and Director of Samaria Global Finance Limited, to challenge the common misconceptions around business debt, funding and growth.
 
Meenal explains why businesses should think about funding before cash flow becomes a problem, what lenders really look for beyond the numbers, and how management, operational efficiency, sector knowledge and the story behind a business can influence funding decisions.
 
They also explore the changing lending landscape, the role of traditional banks, alternative funding sources, and how AI is making financial decisions faster while human judgement remains essential.
 
A conversation about using debt strategically, making informed financial decisions and giving your business the confidence and funding it needs to grow.
 
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Is Debt Really Bad for Business? Debt often gets a bad reputation in business, but what if the right debt could actually help a company grow faster? In this episode, Khush sits down with Meenal Sambre, Founder and Director of Samaria Global Finance Limited, to break down the myths around business debt, funding and growth. From why businesses should plan funding before cash flow becomes a problem, to what lenders really look for beyond the numbers, Meenal shares insights into management, operational efficiency, sector knowledge and the story behind a business. They also explore how the lending landscape is changing, the role of traditional banks, alternative funding sources and how AI is making financial decisions faster while human judgement still remains essential. A conversation about using debt strategically, unlocking opportunities and funding growth with confidence.
🎙️ Trailer out now. Full episode coming soon.

From a childhood surrounded by music to building a remarkable career in the industry, Mohammed Vakil’s journey is one of passion, dedication and a lifelong love for singing.
 
In this special episode, host Ravi Sharma sits down with renowned artist Mohammed Vakil to explore the story behind his musical journey. Vakil Ji shares how the culture of music in his household inspired him from a young age and how that early passion eventually led him to the heights of the industry.
 
He reflects on his experiences and memorable moments with legendary names such as Jagjit Singh and Javed Akhtar, and shares the story of how he was called to sing during the shoot of Veer-Zaara.
 
For aspiring singers, Vakil Ji also shares an important message about discipline and consistency. Despite spending years in the industry, he continues to practise his singing regularly, proving that learning and improving never truly stop.
 
A heartfelt conversation filled with music, memories, career-defining moments and valuable lessons for the next generation of artists.
 
बचपन से संगीत के माहौल में पले-बढ़े मोहम्मद वकील का सफर जुनून, समर्पण और गायकी के प्रति आजीवन प्रेम की कहानी है।
 
इस खास एपिसोड में होस्ट रवि शर्मा, मशहूर कलाकार मोहम्मद वकील के साथ उनके संगीत के सफर पर विस्तार से बात करते हैं। वकील जी बताते हैं कि कैसे उनके घर में संगीत का माहौल बचपन से ही था और किस तरह उसी ने उन्हें गायकी की दुनिया की ओर प्रेरित किया।
 
वह अपने करियर के कई यादगार पलों को भी साझा करते हैं, जिसमें जगजीत सिंह और जावेद अख्तर जैसी महान हस्तियों के साथ उनके अनुभव शामिल हैं। वह यह भी बताते हैं कि कैसे उन्हें फिल्म वीर-ज़ारा की शूटिंग के दौरान गाने के लिए बुलाया गया।
 
नए और उभरते हुए गायकों के लिए वकील जी अनुशासन और लगातार अभ्यास की अहमियत पर भी बात करते हैं। इंडस्ट्री में इतने वर्षों का अनुभव होने के बावजूद, वह आज भी नियमित रूप से अपनी गायकी का अभ्यास करते हैं, जो यह साबित करता है कि सीखने और बेहतर बनने की प्रक्रिया कभी खत्म नहीं होती।
 
संगीत, यादों, करियर के खास पलों और अगली पीढ़ी के कलाकारों के लिए जरूरी सीख से भरी एक दिल को छू लेने वाली बातचीत।
 
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A voice shaped by childhood, carried by passion and perfected through years of practice. 🎶
 
The Mohammed Vakil Special is coming soon!
 
Host Ravi Sharma sits down with renowned artist Mohammed Vakil to take us through his incredible journey, from growing up in a home surrounded by music to reaching remarkable heights in the industry.
 
Vakil Ji shares memories from his journey with Jagjit Singh and Javed Akhtar, the story behind singing during the shoot of Veer-Zaara, and the lessons he has learned along the way.
 
And after years in the industry, one thing still remains the same: the importance of practising every single day.
 
For every aspiring singer and every lover of music, this is a conversation filled with stories, memories and lessons from a life dedicated to music.
 
🎙️ Trailer out now. Full episode coming soon.
 
बचपन से निखरी एक आवाज़, जुनून से आगे बढ़ी और वर्षों की मेहनत व रियाज़ से संवरी। 🎶
 
मोहम्मद वकील स्पेशल जल्द आ रहा है!
 
होस्ट रवि शर्मा, मशहूर कलाकार मोहम्मद वकील के साथ उनके शानदार सफर पर बात करते हैं। संगीत से भरे माहौल में बचपन बिताने से लेकर इंडस्ट्री में बड़ी पहचान बनाने तक, वकील जी अपने सफर के कई खास किस्से साझा करते हैं।
 
वह जगजीत सिंह और जावेद अख्तर के साथ अपने अनुभवों, वीर-ज़ारा की शूटिंग के दौरान गाने के लिए बुलाए जाने की कहानी और अपने सफर से मिली सीख के बारे में भी बात करते हैं।
 
इंडस्ट्री में इतने साल बिताने के बाद भी एक चीज़ आज भी उतनी ही जरूरी है, हर दिन रियाज़ करना।
 
उभरते हुए गायकों और संगीत से प्यार करने वाले हर व्यक्ति के लिए, यह बातचीत कहानियों, यादों और संगीत को समर्पित एक जीवन से मिली सीख से भरी है।
 
🎙️ ट्रेलर अब आउट है। पूरा एपिसोड जल्द आ रहा है।
 
#MohammedVakil #MusicJourney #IndianMusic #VeerZaara #Podcast

The Story Behind The Diwali Story | Ramayana, Culture & Creativity  What makes the Ramayana still relevant to a new generation?  In this episode, Nishit Kotak, Nitin Palan, Samir Bharma and Shruti Shah join us to explore the significance of the Ramayana and the inspiration behind The Diwali Story.  The conversation goes beyond the familiar story of Shri Ram and Sita, exploring Ravana’s character, the lessons within the Ramayana and why these stories continue to hold relevance today. The team also discusses why the production was created in English, making its message more accessible and relatable to a wider audience.  The team takes us behind the scenes of the production, from the creative process and direction to the choreography by Shruti and Rohan, and the journey of bringing together around 300 actors who auditioned for the show.  From culture and storytelling to creativity and emotion, this episode explores how timeless stories can continue to connect with new generations.  
 
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The Ramayana isn’t just a story. It’s a lesson for every generation. ❤️
Nitin Palan MBE, Nishit Kotak, Samir Bharma and Shruti Shah take us behind *The Diwali Story*, exploring why the Ramayana still matters today.  
From Ravana’s unexpected opening scene to the emotional journey of Ram and Sita, the team brings this timeless story to life in a way that feels fresh, powerful and relatable.  
Nitin shares why they chose to present the show in English, making its message accessible to a wider audience and helping a new generation connect with its significance.  
With 300 actors auditioning and a production built with heart, this is a story you’ll want to experience.  
🎙️ Trailer out now. Full episode coming soon. 
#Ramayana #TheDiwaliStory #Diwali #IndianCulture #SanatanEvents

What started with the British Asian Trust’s first major fundraising event, a rain-soaked India vs Pakistan cricket match in Glasgow in 2006, has since grown into an organisation that has reached 18.8 million people across South Asia. In this episode, Deep Rajah sits down with Hitan Mehta, CEO of the British Asian Trust, to explore how the organisation creates lasting impact across education, mental health, livelihoods and child protection. Hitan shares how strong partnerships, trusted local organisations and public support help the Trust take its work further. He also talks about the support of celebrities such as Mahira Khan, Katy Perry and Abhishek Bachchan, who have attended the Trust’s events and helped amplify its work. From its royal origins to major fundraising events and grassroots initiatives, Hiten gives an insight into what it takes to turn goodwill into real, lasting change. 🎙️ Watch the full episode now.