Cyrus Says

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is the Mumbai editor of The Hindu Sachin Kalbag (@sachinkalbag on twitter) Sachin's start as a journalist interviewing Reshma Bombaywala How Tariq Ansari stopped him from going on his honeymoon & he became editor of Mid Day online The function of newspapers in an online world Why he removed the mid day mate Working in Washington DC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says are guests are Taronish Bulsara, Rohini Bhavnani and Malika Bhavnani pf the NGO World for All (@worldforall on twitter). Cyrus talks to them about: How the organization begun ABC - Animal Birth Control Cat discrimination Overcoming the fear of animals How Rohini & Malika got involved Cyrus' Mandela moment Challenges of fundraising You can learn more about the work they are doing at worldforall.co or their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/worldforall/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Brijesh Singh author, foodie, and Inspector General of Police. Cyrus and Brijesh talk about: Brijesh's relationship with the TV Show CID Traffic Planning in Mumbai Brijesh's experiences in the police Quantum Siege - how true to life is his book Why Indian policemen wear Khakhi Sanskari James Bond Brijesh's book Quantum Siege is a thriller where a Police officer has less than 72 hours to diffuse a nuclear threat. It can be bought here http://www.amazon.in/Quantam-Siege-Brijesh-Singh/dp/0143422871/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Anant Goenka (@anantgoenka on twitter) of the Indian Express(@indianexpress on twitter). Cyrus and Anant talk about: The experience at the Mumbai Airport Story of Cyrus bullying Anant when he was a kid Anant's journey so far The Indian Express as an institution Thoughts on Digital vs. Print Technology in Pornography The Wagah border ceremony See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says The jewelry business Whats happening with diamonds Aspirational The brand genesis and growth of the brand Shaze Shaze's Labellion campaign Jazz in Mumbai Our guest is Samrat Zaveri (@samratzaveri on twitter) Managin Director of Shaze (@shazeindia on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is actor, director, model, photographer, athlete, blogger Parvin Dabas. Cyrus and Parvin discuss: Shared history of Cyrus and Parvin How Parvin started in the business Parvin shares his opinion on returning of Awards Diving with sharks Censorship vs. Certification Parvin is @parvindabas on twitter. His blog is at http://blogs.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/author/parvindabas/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and Kunal discuss Food The Pathare Prabhu community How local food in India is Crabs vs Sex Thoughts on digital media Kunal reacts to types of foods and discusses his favourite cuisines Our guest is The Foodie, actor, comedian, writer Kunal Vijayakar (@kunalvijaykar on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus talks to law students to get their perspective to issues How they got started with law The Shiv Sena vs BJP Collegium vs NJAC Celebrating Navratri Social Life as students Our guests are law students Neil Modi, Rafael Pereira and Devanshu GanatraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus and Siddharth talk about Siddharth's background Changing careers Variable American accents Siddharth shares stories of his time as a luxury hotel manager Sports in India Siddharth's experience on landing in the US right after 9/11 Growing up as an army brat Our guest is Siddharth Vaze (@sk_vaze on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: How Ekta and Pinky started Indigo Kids Challenges of creating childrens entertainment in India Ekta was made a bakra years ago The Beauty and the Beast show in India Thoughts on the movie Talwar Our guests are Pinky Daga and Ekta Shah of Indigo Kids India ( www.indigokidsindia.com )See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Waiting at Doctors Clinics Rationalist persecution Religion and humour iphone vs. Nexuses Dumb Facebook status messages Hazing in college in India and the US Our guest is CEO of Indus Vox Media(producer of this show) Amit Doshi ( @doshiamit on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says * Life and Times of Irfan Pabaney * Starting up the Sassy Spoon and differences between branches * Getting in the Guinness Book of World Records with the worlds largest curry * Impact of beef ban & meat bans on restaurants * Discussion on Service Tax and Service Charge * Being a Star Wars fan * Where chefs eat Our guest is Irfan Pabaney (@irfanpabaney on twitter) Chef/Owner at The Sassy SpoonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Dharmesh's journey to Star TV Favourite late night shows Thoughts on Quantico Emmy 2015 awards Indian TV vs. American TV Our guest is Dharmesh Gandhi (@dharmeshg on twitter) the Content Engine at Star World, Star Premiere and FX See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Urban Planning in Mumbai The state of cemeteries and crematoriums Groping during Ganpati Raising kids in urban India Gated communities Mumbai's Coastal Road Our guest is Nandini Sampat architect and Urban PlannerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Meatless Mumbai? Dennis sings a song for Rakesh Maria Sheena Bora Murder & the police Sequel to Gangs of Wasseypur Rahul Gandhis dimples Pamela Andersons dog Walking in on people in the toilet Hangover Cures Our guest Dennis Taraporewala (@dennistarapore on twitter) is the CEO of the Public Relations and Social Media firm Criesse Communications - www.criesse.com. He is also an established musical artist and composer, and a prolific social media influencer. His tweets can be found at @dennistarapore and music at www.livedennis.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus & Rahul discuss their history together Rahuls love for running Thoughts on arthouse cinema Rahul talks about the Bengali people speaking English Rahul does some impressions Talking Cricket Whats next for Rahul Our guest is actor, producer, director, social activist, rugby player and all around good guy Rahul Bose ( @RahulBose1 on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Karan & Cyrus discuss his beginnings in Comedy Karans being influenced by Mitch Hedberg Sexual Harassment Sushma Swaraj finally goes abroad Sanjay Dutt in & out of jail Amit Shah is stuck in a lift Karan talks about his tennis playing days Our guest is a comedian, improv artist and a founder of SnG Comedy - Karan Talwar (@bollywoodgandu on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and Rati talk about her car having her car window shot by Mumbai Police Why Celebs wear sunglasses Rati's issue with Bus drivers White collar employees at Amazon Wifi enabled dustbins Our guest is Rati Chaudhary Head of Internal Communications & Knowledge Managment, South Asia for British Council (@ratichaudhary on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Kaneez talks about growing up in South Africa and getting started in comedy Moral Policing Regressiveness even at comedy show audiences Cyrus & Kaneez try and talk in Hindi Medical marijuana "research" Tiger poaching South Bombay snobbery Our guest is comedian, improv artist, actress, and member of the team The Week that Wasnt Kaneez Surka (@kaneezsurka on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Standing for the national anthem before movies Banning Culture - Beef, Porn etc. Buffaloes vs. Cows Weird English vs. Weird Hindi Advantages of living in India Brain Drain - the Indian CEO's at large tech companies On this episode Cyrus, Chhavi and Amit discuss India on the 69th Independence DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Early days of blogging Liquor in Gujrat Food Apps Last week's Porn ban Issues with Domestic Help Our guest is entrepreneur, blogger, consultant Anaggh Desai (@anaggh on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Women & public spaces Sexual harassment India & Abroad An NFL player's insane party invitation Men vs. Women when it comes to air-conditioning Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is documentary filmmaker Madhuri Mohindar (@madhurimohindar on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Suresh, Jose & Cyrus share stories of MTV & the comedy world Proposed Maharashtra alcohol ban What Jose & Suresh want to ban Stephen Hawking on Alien Life The greatness of Mahendra Vatsa Listener questions Our guests are Jose Covaco (@hoezaay on twitter) and Suresh Menon (@sureshnmenon on twitter) comedians and hosts of the podcast Kaan Masti (http://kaanmasti.com/)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus & Janhavi discuss writing Wanderers All Colonialism and Reparations Believing(or not) in God Net Neutrality Pune Municipal Corporations Instagram account Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is author Janhavi Acharekar(@wanderersall on twitter) author of Wanderers All.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus talks to Azeem about how he got into comedy Azeem talks about getting his engineering degree Azeems viral Gujarati tourist bit Nipples so much talk about nipples. IPL team bans & legalized gambling The astounding scale of Vyapam Bobby Jindal Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is Azeem Banatwalla (@thebanat on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Environmental issues Anand's theory on why trees are falling in Monsoon Potatoes Potatoes Potatoes Punjabification of weddings Porn in India Toilets - or the lack thereof Pay & Park Shenanigans Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is blogger & lawyer Anand Damle. Anand blogs at www.elephantdropping.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Anees' modelling & producing days Scuba diving Peeing in the ocean VIP Culture Underwater film shooting Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is Anees Adenwala (@scubanees on twitter) the founder of Orca Dive ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus unloads on China Garden Men vs. Women chefs #SelfiewithDaughter Genetically engineered rhino horns Abu Salem's application to get married The terrible English of English teachers Our guests are Rushina Ghildayal (@rushinamg on twitter) & Shakti Salgaokar (@shaaqt on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus & Aniruddha talk about ballroom dancing Discussion of Mumbai rain & its effects First Indian player, Satnam Singh, drafted in the NBA Issues with MTNL ads / net neutrality Chhavi's dad drops in Cyrus answers listeners' questions Our guest is Aniruddha Pathak (@DanceEatRepeat on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says : Kunals start as a CA and his transition to comedy Kunal and Cyrus display the Cathedral-Campion rivalry Drinking and Driving Garbage in Delhi Jurassic World Autos & Taxis strike over Uber Our Guest is stand up comedian Kunal Rao of East India Comedy (@kunalrao on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: How Indu got started as a film journalist Amitabh Bachchan's Holi parties Ranveer Singh & Arjun Kapoor at IIFA Indu & Cyrus swap Naseeruddin Shah stories Indu has stories about Sanjeev Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Zeenat Aman, Hema Malini, Rajesh Khanna and more We bring in Akanksha to talk about her 4 hour daily commute from Dhanu to Mumbai Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is Indu Mirani - a film journalist critic and editor with three and a half decades of experience in the film industry. She is currently hosting The Boss Dialogues a series of conversations with A List film directors and actors for TV & on the youtube channel : https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBossDialoguesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Talk about Dive bars Bars in Sion that dont serve women The formication of Bars Ponzi schemes & Scams Nitish & Laloo sitting in a tree Victoria's being banned in Mumbai Cyrus answers listener questions Our guests are Siddhant Mehta, Karan Agarwal and Suyash Barve from the Adventures of cheap beer podcast which can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/adventuresofcheapbeerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Pedestrian/motorist angst Growing up in Bihar The Maggi saga continues Led Zepellin's Bombay Sessions Working on a daily soap Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is actor/comedian/voice over artist Ashwin Mushran (@ashwinmushran on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Surya on twitters early days FIFA Scandal and Sepp Blatter Is Delhi unlivable? Maggi Controversy Uber Drivers earning ability Narendra Modi on hate speech Cyrus Answers listener questions Our Guest is Suryanarayan Ganesh (@gsurya on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Maggi and Madhuri Caste, education & privilege Mae's encounter with a pick up artist U2 busking in a NYC subway Cyrus's demonstrates his love for the Beatles Cyrus answers questions Our guest is Mae Thomas ( @maebemaebe on twitter )See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Opening a restaurant in LA The power of food bloggers Balloons over Mumbai Kenyan lawyer offers bride price for Obama's daughter Reinventing Restaurants in Mumbai Our guest is Nikhil Merchant (@nikhil_merchant on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Childhood swimming lessons Kejriwal, Delhi politics and whats going on with AAP. Maggi & the lead controversy Dennis sings and plays a Rock version of Shakespeares Sonnet 18 Dennis sings a Bawaji in Mumbai dedicated to Cyrus Cyrus answers listener questions Our guest is Dennis Taraporewala @dennistarapore on twitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Talking Movies with Shakti Salgaonkar - Bombay Velvet, Piku, Mad Max, Avengers, Recommendations of Marathi Movies Air India issues over the months Cyrus Answers listener questions Our Guest: Shakti Salgaokar (@shaaqt on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on a bonus episode of Cyrus Says: One year of the BJP in power Rahul Yadav - the new entrepreneur The IPL so far See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Modi in China & Mongolia but not in North Korea Pizza crimes Talks to Suketu about how he got into making beer and what are the challenges he faced How to get free beer Best Parsi food in Mumbai Restaurants Our Guest: Co-founder of Doolally microbrewery Suketu TalwarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Guest : Rajiv Dingra CEO of Wat Consult Cyrus answers listener questions A talk with Rajiv Dingra CEO of Wat Consult about his life and career Net neutrality - where are we Uber vs Moga Bus The powerwall by Elon Musk Hololens & Apple Watch Banning "Horn OK Please" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus rants about runners Cyrus and Girish discuss law college attendance or lack thereof The magazine industry in India TRAI leaks a million email ids The Nepal Tragedy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: The Mumbai heat & sweat in inconvenient places Rahul Gandhi and Vipasna Maharashtra Tolls Apple Watch Should Marijuana be illegal in India? Our guests: Pavan Acharya @thehawabag and Kunal Vijayakar @kunalvijayakarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus has issues with bikers in Mumbai Cyrus and Chhavi discuss the Sari Joined by Meher and Nayana from the NGO Nagar to talk about the Mumbai Development Plan Finish up a few pending questions from the reddit AMA in episode 4 Nagars website is nagar.org.in/dp2034See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Bans - Cyrus and Chhavi discuss what should be banned next Toilet Manners Mumbai's getting DP Text Book Dram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyrus answers questions from a Reddit India Ask me Anything about his opinions on everything from comedians, careers, his TV Shows, and his favourite word that starts with the letter PSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: A look back at the World Cup India's impact on the World Cup Did the best team win? Which teams performed well? Will Saina Nehwal get enough recognition for her achievements in a cricket mad nation? What other sports will work in India? Our Guests: CP Thomas - Founder sportzpower.com @cpthomas42 on twitter Akhil Ranade - Sports marketing professional & Aspiring Cricket Tourist @akhilranade on twitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus and the panel discuss: A look back at the India Bangladesh Quarterfinal A look forward to the India Australia Match Policy of RTO in Western Suburbs Flipkart is dropping their mobile website Shashi Kapoor awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Our Guests: Adarsh Munjal - Food Critic @thebigbhookad on twitter or http://thebigbhookad.com Prashant Chaudhri - RestaurateurSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and the panel discuss: The upcoming Bangladesh versus India quarter final match. The Jerry Seinfeld show cancellation Beef Ban in Maharashtra Rahul Gandhi snooped on? Implications of voice calling on Whatsapp Our Guests: Sridhar Venkatesh - Entrepreneur @venkysridhar on twitter Shoa Hussain - Independant Producer @foxeyskywalker on twitter Adarsh Munjal - Food Critic @thebigbhookad on twitter or http://thebigbhookad.com Aashna Rekhi - Celebrity Manager See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.