It's not often that you'll meet someone who cares about the business of creativity, and the creativity of business too. Both of us went independent at roughly the same time. Since then, Palash has worked on a bunch of interesting projects, something that we touch briefly upon. This conversation features our thoughts on the past, future, and present of content, how 'new media' and 'traditional media' will have to learn to coexists, the current predicament of the move business and of course, a spicy rapid fire at the end. If you're even remotely interested in media, content, stick around. It'll be worth it.Palash's creds:1) Twitter: https://x.com/ABiggerSpalash2) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/palash-kulkarni-a6696525/3) Newsletter: https://palashk.substack.com/4) COZM: https://www.cozm.in/Listen to the highly-recommended 'All Risk is Creative': My creds: 1) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/2) Twitter: https://x.com/shreevz3) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/4) Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/Timestamps: 00:00 - Precap 01:03 - Introduction04:22 - IIT-B, Bain, and the Hotstar 'externship'07:42 - How do media investments work?13:09 - A Bigger Spalash, Palash's newsletter!14:19 - A24 is basically a16z?21:29 - The difference between our writing process28:16 - Palash's consumption universe38:13 - Culture is more than just cinema. But cinema has changed. 48:45 - Palash's independent creator journey52:41 - Is the newsletter a good channel for client acquisition?59:05 - Shoutouts!01:03:00 - Palash's Podcast: All Risk Is Creative01:08:00 - Rapid Fire and OutroYou know you can also listen/watch That's What Shree Said on YouTube and Apple Podcasts right?SUBSCRIBE!
For the 60th (!!!) episode of That's What Shree Said, we’re hanging out with the Salim-Javed of shitposting: Fardeen Shaikh and Melvin Sadankar! They’re 2/3rds of the crew running @andheriwestshitposting on Instagram. With over 159k followers, what started as a meme page is now an unabashed part of Mumbai culture. Brands have started to take notice too. This episode is all about how it happened. Timestamps: 00:00 - Cold open 01:00 - Introduction 02:19 - ‘That's What Shree Said' origin story 03:34 - Melvin thinks Andheri West Shitposting is dessert 05:38 - Fardeen and Melvin introduce each other 10:04 - How did 'Andheri West Shitposting' originate? 18:31 - The transition from FB to IG in 2018 20:50 - Andheri, meet Mumbai 24:18 - Don't Mess With Mumbaikars 29:26 - Why do brands like to collab with AWSP? 38:31 - What is AWSP according to Shree? Subscribe to shreemail: / 6904470431361765376 Say hi on IG: Shree: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/?hl=en Fardeen:https://www.instagram.com/shaikhthatf... Melvin: https://www.instagram.com/melvinnotso... AWSP: https://www.instagram.com/andheriwest...
How do you make a community for creators? I don't know the answer to that question because that's not how things began. C&C started out as a 'workshop' for podcast enthusiasts. Since then, it has become a community that houses some of the country's best creative talent; featuring marketers, creative strategists, and creators. We have offline 'episodes', where our members discuss, debate, and workshop new (and old) ideas. As you might have guessed, there's the coffee that keeps us going. ;) My goal is for chapters or 'seasons' of C&C to charter across the world's most creative cities. Watch the video to found out how! My DMs are open on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Cold Open 01:10 - The Why and The Origin Story 04:45 - Producing the 1st 'episode' in BLR 08:53 - Format 12:39 - Stand-out moments 15:36 - Playing the messages 17:11 - What's next for Content & Coffee?
You thought Twitter (X) was dead? For the 58th episode of That's What Shree Said, I spoke to the person who drops 'certified bangers' everyday, at the drop of a tweet. Anushka Kulkarni, AKA @Kulfei, a meme marketer by day and Twitter creator by day and night, talks about monetisation, the wondrous world of social media in 2024, and why para social relationships don't really suck. Have a great listen/watch, and do reach out to me @shreevz or on shreevarc@gmail.com for anything!
We’re all migrants through time. The story of NomadGao, a brainchild of Mayur Sontakke, is nothing short of a travel revolution. Is it a hostel? Is it a hotel? Is it a BnB? Turns out, it’s none of those. “I used to get offended when people called us a hostel. Now, I don’t really care.” he says. We discuss why digital nomadism is off to a sluggish start to India, how the government is trying to attract tourism by encouraging longer stays, and where we go as a 'community-first' society from here. It’s a must-listen if you wanna get the f out your city sometimes. Say hi on IG: https://linktr.ee/shreevz
GORP isn't just a word. It's an emotion. Say hi @shreevz on Twitter/LinkedIn/YouTube.
Some fleeting thoughts. Link to my first ever international podcast that I host and produced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGSIcPFvspU&t=113s
You’ve heard of the popular maxim ‘show, don’t tell’. But when it comes to Gaurav Jain, who's worked with companies like Star and Hotstar, I’d say ‘show then tell' seems like a better fit. You’ll see what I mean when you listen to the episode in full. This conversation takes us to midnights at the Hotstar office in Mumbai where G and his team were strategising and creating groundbreaking content, a sunny Central Park afternoon in New York with his daughter and wife, but most importantly, to his mind; the movies he’s watched, the books that he’s devoured, and the memes that he just. can’t. stop. sharing. It’s a supremely chill conversation, that tastes best, with some 'pink gin' and tonic. There are some great insights + anecdotes along the way too, especially if you’re interested in the content business. Subscribe to shreemail, my newsletter around pop-culture: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/
If you haven’t listened to part 1 of this conversation, it’s literally a tap away?? For Part 2, we start off with a rapid fire. Then, we understand what are some of the retail metrics they use to run a store like Capsul, some of the brand values that they believe in (which has led to partnerships with brands like Budweiser and Hoovu Fresh), and some words of caution and pieces of advice for anyone who wants to start out in the world of streetwear. It’s a fun conversation. Fun fun fun. Follow Bhavisha: https://www.instagram.com/bhavishad/ Follow Meenakshi: https://www.instagram.com/travelintrunk/ Shop from Capsul: https://www.shopcapsul.com/ Say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ Picture used in the cover belongs to VOGUE. All rights reserved by them.
They’re not just the ‘PUMA girls’. With Capsul, India’s first multi-brand streetwear store, co-founders Bhavisha Dave and Meenakshi Singh have created a quiet revolution against the behemoth called fast fashion. It’s a revolution that you can wear. In the first part, get to know how working for PUMA might just become a dream job for you, why Jalandhar might be a bigger streetwear market than Mumbai, and why 99 Specialty dosa is Bhavisha's go-to eating spot in the city. Part 2 coming soon. Follow Bhavisha: https://www.instagram.com/bhavishad/ Follow Meenakshi: https://www.instagram.com/travelintrunk/ Shop from Capsul: https://www.shopcapsul.com/ Say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ Picture belongs to VOGUE. All rights reserved by them.
On the 50th (!) episode of this podcast, I talk about how SOS by SZA has caused a generational musical revolution. And sorta saved my life. Subscribe to my 'shreemail', my newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ (pod) https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ (me) @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz
We'll do a screen-by-screen analysis of the backend of my 4-year old show's #SpotifyWrapped2022 The 50th episode of the show will be recorded live at Cubbon Park this Sunday, 4th December. Please come if you're in Bangalore? If not, do this: Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz
It's a rhetorical question lol. I talk about how the latest album 'The Car' is their most vulnerable, cinematic, and meta work yet. Subscribe to my amaze newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ (pod) https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ (me) @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz #arcticmonkeys #thecar
The answer is fuzzy. I'll also be recommending three albums for the autumn/winter season that'll help you bring some warmth. Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Say hello on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/ @ me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz
Change is inevitable, no? Follow the show on your favourite audio platform. And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreevz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreevar-chhotaria-57524b147/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shreevz
Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers has been classified as Kendrick’s most personal yet least consistent album yet. I really think you should still listen to it though. Why? Listen to the episode to find out. Join me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Please DM if you liked this episode? I feel really happy when I read your messages. Subscribe to my gyaan-free newsletter, shreemail: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Please 'follow' the show so that you know when the next episode drops. Thanks for listening! #kendricklamar #mrmorale #bigsteppers
It's okay even if you haven't watched the show. In this spoiler-free audio essay, I look at how the Adam Scott starrer 'Severance' makes you feel lonely: with the help of cinematography, music, and liminal spaces. Join me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Please DM if you liked this episode? I feel really happy when I read your messages. Subscribe to my gyaan-free newsletter, shreemail: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6904470431361765376/ Please 'follow' the show so that you know when the next episode drops. Thanks for listening! #AdamScott #Severance #AppleTV #BenStiller
Aanchal Bordoloi has created waves in the indie music scene. We wanted to catch up with her before the tsunami hits the shore. Follow our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ Fun stuff only. If you liked the show, please share it a friend?
If you've seen The Batman (2022), you'll know that the film has become an instant classic. But what does the grunge era's most successful band have to do with it? Follow the show on the platfrom you’re reading this so you know when I release the next episode. Become a part of my Instagram community. Fun stuff only: https://www.instagram.com/_thatswhatshreesaid_/ BUY ME A COFFEE if you wanna help me keep this thing going: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shreevar #MattReeves #RobertPattinson #ZoeKravitz #Nirvana #KurtCobain