Ctrl Alt Thrive Podcast
𝗖𝘁𝗿𝗹 + 𝗔𝗹𝘁 + 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲, formerly known as The FemTech India, is a media vertical by TechThrive, a global business tech podcast and community that connects tech founders, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, policymakers, and government bodies driving the future of innovation.
With listeners in over 90 countries and a cross-platform reach of 1.2 million+, Ctrl + Alt + Thrive is the #1 podcast and a rising force in the global tech ecosystem. Founded by Navneet Kaur and produced by TechThrive in collaboration with UNESCO Women for Ethical AI, this podcast is dedicated to exploring the ethical development of artificial intelligence through the lens of inclusion and gender justice.
By amplifying the voices of women leaders across technology, policy, academia, and activism, spotlights those shaping a more equitable, inclusive future in tech.
Whether you're building, leading, or investing in the future of technology, this is your space to learn, unlearn, and thrive.
t’s more than a podcast it’s a movement to redefine who leads, who builds, and who benefits in the next era of tech.
Episodes
52 episodes
How FlexiBees Is Using AI to Redefine the Future of Work for Women I Rashmi Rammohan
In this episode, I’m joined by Rashmi Rammohan, Co-founder and COO of FlexiBees, an AI-powered platform connecting experienced women professionals with flexible, on-demand work opportunities across life stages.Rashmi brings over a decade...
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Episode 52
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42:27
Sahana Gopal on Female Athletes, Science, & Building Made-in-India Equipment For The World I UNRACK
In this episode, I sit down with Sahana Gopal, the founder of UNRACK, a Made-in-India strength training equipment brand built for the world. Shana has worked with Olympic medal-winning athletes in the UK to develop one...
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Episode 51
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46:31
Startup Law in India - Incorporation, Fundraising & Compliance | Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
In this episode, I sit down with legal experts from Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, one of India’s most respected full-service law firms. My guests are Bhargava K.S., Partner with 17+ years of experience in venture capital, ...
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38:44
Half of India’s Tech workforce are women, but only 20% lead - Shreya Krishnan explains why!
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Shreya Krishnan—Managing Director of AnitaB.org India, certified therapist, CSR leader, TEDx speaker, poet, and dancer in 37 styles. Shreya is also Ms. Universal Empowerment 2024 and...
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54:11
This Harvard Grad Invented a Headband for Period Headaches – Emilė Radytė
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by TechThrive, in collaboration with FemTech India. I sit down with Emilė Radytė a Lithuanian-born neuroscientist, Harvard and Oxford graduate, and founder of Samphire Neuro...
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32:18
How India is shaping the Future of AI – Preeti Banzal on Central Policy, Government of India
I sit down with Dr. Preeti Banzal, Adviser and Scientist G in the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. With over 30 years of leadership across telecom policy, disaster communication, AI ethics, and quant...
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49:15
What Is Ethical AI? UNESCO - Eunsong Kim & Dr. Bhavani Rao Share the Blueprint.
Welcome to the very first episode of Ctrl.Alt.thrive where technology meets purpose and impact. I’m your host, Navneet Kaur, and I’m thrilled to launch this newly rebranded podcast, now aligned with a powerful new mission: promoting ethical, in...
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51:59
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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Season 2
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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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