a podcast · est. 2024
decoded
conversations on economics and technology, without the jargon.
the most important ideas shouldn't be locked behind academic walls.
i.spotify wrapped for creators 2025
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a 2025 instant hit show
strong launch performance
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ii.episodes
2 episodes · 1 hr 15 min of conversations
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a conversation with m ram murty
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featured
from wall street to startups: the journey of shiv mohan dutt
all episodes
- 10 jun 202550 minfrom wall street to startups: the journey of shiv mohan duttin this special episode of decoded, akshat bhaskar, amaira akbar explore the startup space with the incredibly accomplished shiv mohan dutt : princeton math '11, wall street veteran, serial tech entrepreneur, and former head boy of vasant valley school (2007). they dive deep into shiv's journey from the trading floors of goldman sachs to launching startups across the u.s. and india. from burning out in finance to building platforms like meavana and yap media, shiv shares the real highs and lows of entrepreneurship. the conversation explores his journey from studying at princeton and working on wall street to leaving high finance in pursuit of building something more meaningful. it dives into the realities of launching a startup, including the challenges that founders rarely talk about, and examines how the technology landscape is evolving across india and the west. the discussion also covers practical investing advice for gen z, a bold prediction for the future, and reflections on career, money, and making thoughtful life decisions. if you’ve ever wondered what it takes to leave a high-paying job to chase a dream, or just want a no-bs view into india’s booming tech world, this episode is for you.
- 26 feb 202525 minglobal strategies & financial frontiers with soumitra mookherjee and akshat bhaskarin this episode of decoded, akshat bhaskar and amaira akbar explore international marketing, financial planning, and global trade with soumitra mookherjee (cambridge, ucl, and professor @ isbf), an industry veteran with deep expertise in strategy and economics. we discuss pivotal moments where marketing strategies had to be restructured due to cultural and regulatory challenges, the balance between global brand consistency and local adaptation, and the role of digital platforms in reshaping traditional marketing. on the financial front, we dive into critical investment decisions, market forecasting, and esg integration, uncovering how mutual funds, sector analysis, and debt evaluations influence financial strategies. we also tackle export-import complexities, the impact of free trade agreements, and how ai and blockchain are transforming global trade efficiency. through personal reflections, soumitra shares insights into career-defining decisions, global economic trends, and lessons learned from decades in business. join us for a conversation packed with real-world experiences, strategic insights, and financial wisdom, offering valuable takeaways for professionals navigating international markets.
iii.liner notes
decoded makes complex ideas in economics and technology accessible to curious minds, no jargon, no prerequisites. each episode is a conversation with economists, technologists, and policy thinkers breaking down the ideas shaping our world. the most important ideas shouldn't be locked behind academic walls.
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