Cyrus Says

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is editor of Stuff Magazine India Nishant Padhiar (@nishantpadhiar on twitter). Nishant and Cyrus discuss: Stuff Magazine India vs Stuff Magazine in the US The importance of Technology Nishants history as a sound engineer Nishant the gadget guy Controlling your phone as opposed to letting your phone control you Manufacturing smartphones in India See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this latest episode of Cyrus Says, restauranteur Gresham Fernandes (@gwesham on twitter) talks to us about his culinary journey from being a Bandra boy to the being executive chef at Smokehouse Deli. They also talk about: The strenuous lives of chefs His 'favorites' His stint in Copenhagen Catering to a crowd His musical side TV shows on food See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our latest episode of #CyrusSays brings a very in-depth conversation with an old buddy, Sameer Malhotra- actor, producer, avid cook, music scenester and entrepreneur. Listen to the entire episode where we talk about • His "Daddy" Image • His Flatmate Ankur Tewari • His Singing Talent • The All Starr Jamm Project • Cyrus SahukarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guests are Amit Gurbaxani (@TheGroovebox), Pronoti Datta(@prettynous) and Purva Mehra (@purvamehra), founders of the website  "The Daily Pao" ( @thedailypao), which lets mumbaikars know " what's happening" in the city. They discuss: Daily Pao's local content and what makes them different Why Pronoti is called "Prawn" Bandra being more hip than #SoBo Burgers and the worst place to eat eve See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 51st episode of Cyrus says, the first one in 2016, we bring you three enterprising gentlemen - Jeremy Wenokur, Sid Talwar, Sandeep Murthy and Prashant Mehta, Co-Founders of Light box Ventures, a company that helps fund budding entrepreneurs. Catch them in this latest episode with Cyrus as we talk about- Start-up Funding Taxation in business How to work your business efficiently The current scene in the startup circuit Traffic rules in India and how failures in the silicon valley are actually not a bad thing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this extra special super awesome 50th episode of Cyrus Says,  Cyrus is joined by Amit Doshi (@doshiamit on twitter) and Mae Thomas(@maeemaebe on twitter) of Indus Vox Media. As they look back on 2015 they discuss: The cynicism in Indian Politics The Miss Universe announcement fiasco Was the debate on intolerance this year overdone or justified Movie remakes 50 shades of Grey Aziz Ansari is a true Indian Thanks for all your support for our first 50 episodes, the listener response has been fantastic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.