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Business Episodes

May 3, 2024

The Brooklyn Curry Project

As an Indian immigrant in America, one thing we all miss is the food back home. We've felt it and we're sure all of you have as well. Have we done anything about it? Probably not! In today's episode, we are joined by the founders of the Brooklyn Curry Project, Swetha and Venkat , two immigrants from Bangalore, India, whose shared love for traditional Indian cuisine sparked a business that has taken the New York food scene by storm. In this episode, we dive into their story, exploring how a lemo...
April 9, 2024

No Suits

In today's episode, we are joined by John Moye, one of the founders of Pro Se Pro to talk about their game changing tool in the fight against immigration delays. Developed by attorney Brad Banias and technologists John Moye and Andrew Steinmeyer, Pro Se Pro is a revolutionary tool that provides immigrants with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to file lawsuits against the government for unreasonable processing times. Through Pro se Pro, immigrants can assert their rights and demand...
Guest: John Moye
Dec. 12, 2023

iNRI- The Wolf of Dalal Street

In today’s episode, we welcome Hemant Gangolia the founder of iNRI. Hemant is an immigrant entrepreneur who has faced his fair share of obstacles on the path to success. Rather than give in to these setbacks, he used them as stepping stones to propel himself forward. With a dream to democratize access to one of the fastest growing economies, he embarked on a mission to create iNRI, an investment platform that allows Indian expats to invest in Indian index and debt funds. Join us as we trace H...
July 14, 2023

The Rice of Patel Brothers

Join us on an extraordinary journey through time where culture, community and commerce beautifully collide. In today’s episode, we unveil the inspiring tale behind one of America’s most beloved Indian grocery stories- Patel Brothers! For many decades now, Patel Brothers have been bridging the gap between America and India by empowering immigrants to stay deeply rooted in their rich cultural heritage by providing easy access to their cherished ingredients. Join us as we take you back to their hum...