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𝗖𝘁𝗿𝗹 + 𝗔𝗹𝘁 + 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 podcast previously known as ''The FemTech India'' is a media vertical by TechThrive — a global business tech podcast and community connecting tech founders, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, policymakers, and government organizations. With listeners in over 90 countries and a reach of more than 1.2 million across all platforms, TechThrive is a leading voice in the evolving tech ecosystem.
Founded by Navneet Kaur, and produced by TechThrive, the podcast brings together individuals committed to building and investing in the future of technology and the consumer economy.
In collaboration with UNESCO Women for Ethical AI, this series —
explores the ethical development of AI through the lens of inclusion and gender justice, amplifying the voices of women leaders across technology, policy, academia, and activism driving conversations that shape a more equitable digital future.
Episodes
45 episodes
SEASON 2 : How Mehak Closed the Philips Deal & Shruthi landed badminton star Saina Nehwal - Exclusive
In this episode, I bring you an exclusive story of two founders, who are taking over women’s health in India and they’re spilling the real stories behind their success. Mehak Malik, founder of Uvi Health, shares how she went from VC...
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Episode 45
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48:11
SEASON 2: Inside the Billion-Dollar Wellness Industry - The Truth About IV Drips, Cryotherapy & Superfoods with Irina Sharma
In this episode, I sit down with Irina Sharma, a Dubai-based Modern Mayr Medicine Practitioner, entrepreneur, and holistic health advocate. With over 30 years of experience, Irina has been at the forefront of the wellness industry, blending mod...
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1:04:00
SEASON 2: Women's Health OPD Insurance in India with Aditi Mittal & Sanchit Agarwal, Co-founders of Newmicare.
In this episode, I sit down with Aditi Mittal and Sanchit Agarwal, the co-founders of Newmi Care. Aditi, the COO of Newmi Care, is a two-time breast cancer survivor and spent over 16 years as the head designer at Sabyasachi. Sanchit, the CEO, b...
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1:15:12
SEASON 2: Women Building E-Commerce in India with Radhika Ghai and Manasa Garemella, Co-Founders of Kindlife.in
In this episode, we dive into the e-commerce market in India, which is projected to reach $120 billion this year and grow to $325 billion by 2030. With over 800 million internet users, India’s digital consumer base is one of the largest in the ...
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57:09
SEASON 2 : Women in sports in India with Swetha Subbiah and Tanvie Hans, co-founders of Sisters in Sweat.
In this episode, I sit down with Swetha Subbiah, Nike coach and performance trainer, and Tanvie Hans, footballer and athlete. Together, they’re the co-founders of Sisters in Sweat, India’s largest sports and wellness c...
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59:43
SEASON 2 : Farah Kabir, Founder of HANX, on Ozempic Trends, Offline Distribution, Industry Challenges, and leading Global Sexual Health.
In this episode, I sit down with Farah Kabir, the CEO and Co-Founder of HANX, a healthcare company on a mission to support women through all major life stages—from first experiences to motherhood, menopause, and beyond. HANX first made waves by...
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31:59
SEASON 2 : How Flo Health, a Period Tracking App, Became a Unicorn - The Inside Story with Anna Klepchukova
In this episode, I sit down with Anna Klepchukova, the Chief Medical Officer at Flo Health, Europe’s first FemTech unicorn and the world’s leading female health app. With over 380 million users worldwide, Flo Health provides invaluable ...
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46:47
SEASON 2 : India’s Healthcare Landscape Innovation Opportunities and Investments with Dilip Kumar, Rainmatter.
In this episode, I sit down with Dilip Kumar, who leads healthcare investments at Rainmatter, an initiative by Zerodha. Rainmatter focuses on supporting Indian founders building solutions in healthcare, wellness, and women’s health.We di...
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42:53
SEASON 2 : India's First Self-Sampling Pap Kit to Fight Cervical Cancer - Sayantani, Founder Pragmatech.
In this episode, we're discussing India's first clinically validated self-sampling Pap kit, a product designed to help women test for cervical cancer at home and aid in the fight against cervical cancer.Cervical cancer is the second lea...
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1:00:08
SEASON 2: Everything You Need to Know About the World's First Blood-Coagulating Pad Made in India with Shagun, Papaya
In this episode, I chat with Shagun Maheshwari, a mechanical engineer and the CEO of Papaya, a company based in Mumbai that makes a new type of menstrual pad. Shagun grew up in Mumbai, studied at the University of Pune and Duke University, and ...
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22:06
SEASON 2 : Can Women’s Health Be the Next Big Thing Like Skin care and Makeup.
Can technology and policy innovations truly transform women's health in India, Tune in to find out ! Join us as we sit down with Swarnima, the co-founder of Gytree, an innovative platform dedicated to women’s health. Swarnima bring...
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1:07:33
SEASON 2: How to Use Menstrual Cups with Ira Guha, Founder of Asan Cups.
In this episode, I talk with Ira Guha, the founder of Asan Cups, a venture dedicated to tackling menstrual health challenges globally. Ira's journey began with her invention of a unique menstrual cup at the Harvard Innovation Lab, which has...
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34:24
SEASON 2 : Why Women Struggle with Work-Life Balance, Burnout, and Exit Careers
In this episode, I chat with Aashika Abraham, founder of MAMMA-MIYA , the world’s first planner app designed to help busy moms organize their lives and live with greater intention. Aashika is a passionate and driven entrepreneur focused on init...
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1:08:09
SEASON 2 :Everything You Need to Know About Egg Freezing, Embryo Freezing & Sperm Freezing with Nova Fertility
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Apurva Satish Amarnath, a Fertility expert at Nova IVF Fertility, India's leading fertility chain. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Amarnath specializes in fertility preservation, particularly egg freez...
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53:37
SEASON 2 : How Lifestyle Choices Are Contributing to Early Menopause in Indian Women with Sanjana Rao, Miyara
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sanjana Rao, Co-founder of Miyara. With a PhD in Biochemistry and over 20 years of experience, Dr. Rao is passionate about women’s health alongside her Co-founder Gayatri Muthukrishnan, Miyara provides evide...
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29:37
SEASON 2 : Investing in Women's Health in India with Ankur Khaitan, Fireside Ventures.
In this episode we're joined by Ankur Khaitan, Principal at Fireside Ventures, a leading venture capital firm in India. Ankur's expertise lies in investing in early-stage consumer brands and startups. Fireside Ventures has been maki...
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33:57
SEASON 2 : Women's Sexual Health, Closing the Orgasm Gap to HPV, STIs, and Beyond, with Artika Singh, Sexual Educator & Influencer.
In this episode, we sit down with Artika Singh, a sexual educator and influencer with over 7 years of experience. She is deeply engaged in rural and semi-rural Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SHRH) advocacy and sexuality education, utili...
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1:02:30
SEASON 2: Dysmenorrhea affects 83% of women in India with Abhishek Mohan, Hempstreet
In this episode, we sit down with Abhishek Mohan, the Founder and CEO of Hempstreet, India's pioneering player in the medicinal cannabis sector. With a vast network of 60,000 ayurvedic practitioners nationwide, Hempstreet leads the way from res...
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41:42
SEASON 2 : Is India Ready for Digital Apps for Family Building? with Carina Kholi, Founder of Hummcare
In this episode, we're joined by Carina Kohli, the Founder of Hummcare, a digital healthcare startup revolutionizing maternity and family healthcare benefits in India. Through a blend of empathy, expert care, and doctor-backed res...
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32:09
SEASON 2: Why should women do strength training - understanding it's impact on hormones, fertility, nutrition & more with - Shwetambari Shetty
In this episode, we're joined by Shwetambari Shetty, a remarkable individual who has transformed her career from banking to fitness training and entrepreneurship. With over a decade of experience in revolutionizing the fitness landscape in Indi...
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55:11
SEASON 2 : Breaking Down the Alarming Increase in Breast Cancer Incidence among Indian women with - Geetha Manjunath
🎙️ Welcome to Season 2, Episode 26 of the FemTech India Podcast! In this episode, our guest is Dr. Geetha Manjunath, Founder, CEO, and CTO of NIRAMAI Health Analytix. Dr. Manjunath has spearheaded the development of an innov...
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30:28
Pragya Sikka Discusses Campus Sexual Assaults, Gender Violence, and Advocacy for Queer Rights.
In this episode, we had an exciting chat with Pragya Sikka, a multifaceted individual whose contributions span the realms of entrepreneurship, activism, and literature.Pragya, a seasoned author, storyteller, and campaigner, has dedicate...
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46:21
Mental Health, Workplace, and Sexual Harassment with Shivli Shrivastava, Founder of BetterSpace
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Shivli Shrivastava, a powerhouse of strength and compassion. As a Counselling Psychologist, Sexuality Educator, and PhD Scholar based in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, Shivli wears multiple hats, includin...
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42:56
The Role of Millet-Centric Diets in Women's Reproductive Health, In conversation with Richa Goel, Founder of BCOS Food
In this episode, we had exciting chat with Richa Goel, the founder of BCOS Foods, a nutrition staples brand dedicated to enhancing women's reproductive health. With a background in designing embedded systems, Richa took a bold leap into e...
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34:01
Menopause Realities, Exploring Varied Experiences with Dr Mridula Pore, Peppy Health
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Dr. Mridula Pora, Co-founder and co-CEO of Peppyhealth. With a remarkable academic background in chemical engineering from Cambridge, a PhD from MIT, and an MBA from MIT Sloan, Mridula has pass...
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