Do you think you are really smart? Well, let’s save the overconfidence. You have a real survival challenge if you are moving to Delhi anytime soon, especially from a small town. The reality of the city is far from why it's romanticized. It is probably one of the toughest places for a student. Especially if you are in DU. Even if you have Tom Uncles, Maggie, and Sudama Ki Chai, sometimes it’s just not enough, and the hype dies down within 6 months. So if you're a fresher, this might just be the reality check you need on how to survive the city as an outsider. Indeed, the city offers amazing delicacies, but the truth is, the Delhi food problem is very real. The way you’ll miss homemade food is going to drive you crazy, and you’ll never know when your next meal comes with a side of antibiotics. Since we are talking food, trying out these places is as necessary as getting a MetroCard. Do not miss out on Chanakyapuri Momo Market Place, Paranthe Wali Gali, or The Chole Kulchewalas in North Campus. These are the hacks you need to know to keep pace with the city.

From struggling with self-doubt to creating content that actually resonates, Anil spills the tea on what it really takes to glow up as a creator in today’s digital world. In this episode, see how we find love in a world full of 'situationships'. The journey behind Anil’s viral videos, how to stay authentic when everyone’s copying trends, and real talk on rejection, self-doubt, and the creative grind.

In this episode, we chat with the mind behind Neural Space, Ayushman Das, an AI company shaking up the tech world. He spills the beans on founding Neural Space and the journey from big dreams to reality. We also touch on AI enhancing human skills without making us obsolete—because who doesn’t want a robot helper? Plus, we can't skip the fun stuff like data security, machine glitches, and a little Dark Web drama. Tune in for a bizarre take on AI's promise to save the world—one well-calculated decision at a time. (The Astrix Show - Season 3, Episode 03) Episode hosted by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash Idea and Creative by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash, Shruti Sinha, Siddhant Tripathi Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha Crew: Shruti Sinha Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

''DJwale Babu Mera Gaana Chalado'' just got too real for us! Flirtatious lines were thrown at the host, a lot of them! Not that we complain. Let's bust the ''typical clubbing myths'' inside your dirty mind and understand the real trance of music and psychology. We don't disagree on drinking hard and partying the whole night but it's not all that DJing and techno music are about. We said what needed to be said. Maybe just a little too much about electoral fraud and politics. Watch to know what the facade is all about.
(The Astrix Show - Season 3, Episode 02) Episode hosted by: Shruti Sinha Idea and Creative by: Shruti Sinha, Siddhant Tripathi Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha, Nidhi Bhat Crew: Anirudh Das Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

MUN is mostly politics both metaphorically and literally. Arya Senapati, Namrata Mishra, Sankalp Chauhan, and Shreayansh Agrawal, the best brains of MUN, reveal all you need to know about MUNs, including the ''dark sides'' and biases, winning MUNs, and how to be the best delegate ever. Moreover, know their thoughts on the recent elections and what you vote for as religion and leadership have been influenced by blind faith such as in the recent case of the BJP. 00:00 Who's Getting Cancelled? 01:03 Are MUNs biased? 04:37 How to be the Best Delegate and Grab the EB's Attention 05:40 Insights into the EB's Minds 07:49 Storytime 09:23 The Excel Sheet Blunder 12:04 The Chit Blunder 14:57 Do WhatsApp Chats Matter? 18:20 Introducing the Controversy Queen: Namrata Mishra 20:39 Bias in the Odisha circuit 22:15 The Ugly Reality of Conferences 24:03 Can MUNs be Standardized? 26:14 What makes a Good EB 28:02 The Thrill of Delegating 30:16 Different Experiences in Different Circuits 32:00 The Real Purpose Behind MUNs 36:39 Societal Impact of MUNs 37:41 Why are Same-Sex marriages Not Legal 42:48 Taboo Talk: Same-Sex Marriage in India 45:26 The problem of relying on Secondary Sources of Religious Literature 48:47 Romaniticizing Religion 50:30 Impact of Social Media on Politics and Religion 54:00 Odisha Circuit's Biggest Issue 57:39 Hunger for Fame 1:00:55 A Plea to Conference Holders 1:01:43 Behind the Scenes Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 3, Episode 01) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and Creative by: Amlan Tripathy Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha, Nidhi Bhat Crew: Anirudh Das, Arindam Panigrahi, Ishaan Sinha, Nilesh Patnaik Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

This man is single-handedly revolutionizing urban commutes, one bike at a time. Meet Anirban Mohanty, co-founder of driEV. Join us as we explore innovation and sustainability, from unraveling the Indian retail sector to preserving our planet's environment. 00:00 Opening 01:06 Anirban's journey unfolded 04:56 Digital Marketing: Navigating the Online Scene 06:41 The Indian retailing sector 08:09 How to crack the Indian market and understanding consumer behavior 10:49 Performance marketing in the digital era 13:15 How to scale with no money 15:04 Introducing driEV 17:17 Socio-economic and climatic impact of vehicles 23:46 The cost of Indian education and the problem of unemployment 27:15 Do tier 1 colleges matter? 29:14 The value of education: Does a degree matter? 31:02 Why are most entrepreneurs dropouts? 33:09 Thinking process of an Indian consumer vs. a foreign consumer 35:20 Why did big bazaar shut down 35:44 Time = currency: importance of dispensable income 37:38 Opportunities in India 37:59 How to make your mark? Positioning yourself as a brand 41:20 Difference between marketing and branding 43:34 Impact of LPG Reforms in India 46:05 Navigating and comparing growth trends between developed countries and India 48:58 The importance of catching trends 52:46 The problem of charging stations for e-vehicles 59:51 Is India's future fully electric? 01:01:20 The big picture: Saving the planet and survival of the human species 01:01:49 Exploring Alternative sources of energy 01:06:39 The power of collective global effort Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 30) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and creative by: Amlan Tripathy Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Nidhi Bhat Crew: Anirudh Das, Arindam Panigrahi Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Did you know there are more than 63 mouthwatering varieties of bada made across India? Discover the diverse world of Indian cuisines with Sourabh Khandelwal, the genius behind Dahibara Express. Join us as we unravel his inspiring journey from passion to pan-India success, offering invaluable entrepreneurial advice along the way. 00:00 Intro 00:52 The story behind Dahibara express 04:18 Hotel management course 05:23 Identifying the problem - a journey into entrepreneurship 09:38 Passion Vs. profession what's the difference? 14:00 about his first startup 16:37 Cafe culture in Odisha 19:23 Difference between managing cafes and hotels 22:35 Lack of branding in local cuisines 25:45 Impact of Dahibara express 28:50 Tips for Sustaining Cafes 31:19 Roadmap for Young Entrepreneurs 33:18 Building a base in menus 35:03 Crash course on franchises 38:27 Life at defense incubator and the importance of experiential learning 43:25 Setbacks, challenges, and success 48:58 Startup = Girlfriend 51:30 Message for young entrepreneurs Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 29) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and creative by: Amlan Tripathy Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Nidhi Bhat Crew: Anirudh Das, Arindam Panigrahi Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya is the Elon Musk of India, and mind you, he's not an IITian. How do you even make a rocket in the backyard of your hostel with 40 engineering students? It's incredible. Not just this, we have more stories and inspiring stories. 00:00 In the episode 01:44 Expanding Horizons 09:52 Importance of Innovation 12:13 The Role of Youth and Community 15:30 Challenges and Solutions 20:18 Technology and Development 23:27 Global Impact and Recognition 33:07 Education and Empowerment 41:58 Collaboration and Partnerships 50:00 Closing Remarks Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 28) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and creative by: Amlan Tripathy Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha Crew: Anirudh Das, Arindam Panigrahi Location Courtesy: IG Drones Office Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Jigyansu Das, a social media creator shares his hacks on gaining followers, going viral, and all the money he makes. Get to know his journey and the negative sides of Social Media that you never knew. 00:00 Controversial Posts 01:09 The initial difficulties of posting and inspiration from movies 01:53 Writing, opinions on movies, and social media posts 03:19 Handling everything single-handedly 03:40 Views and Hashtags 06:54 The controversy and impact of controversial posts 08:24 Algorithms and Content Creation 09:15 Thoughts on public sentiments towards films 10:19 Content creation and promotion on social media 11:31 Similarities and differences between engineering and social media 13:48 Importance of organic networking and followers 16:11 Strategy and time-related challenges for content creation 18:38 Film industry and acting 21:20 OTT and Independent Filmmakers 24:28 The impact of social media from the perspectives of creators and consumers 27:09 Social media consumption for creators and consumers 29:11 Discussing comments and body shaming 32:03 Impact of social media on our minds 34:35 Reputation and feedback for creators 36:05 Instagram and the experience of watching films 38:18 Impact of posts on consumers 39:57 Flexes and pages 40:23 Ideology on charging for posts Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 27) Episode hosted by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash Idea and creative by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha Crew: Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

What's in the mind of an entrepreneur and what are the boons and banes of being one? See how it was building Fydo, going on Shark Tank, and the future of startups in Odisha.

00.00 Intro

0:30 Story of Satyajeet

1:56 About his first start up Egreen Vision

4:15 What is Fydo?

5:06 Secret to get more clients

6:39 Story behind Funding from Microsoft

8:17 Impact on a company after VC's investment

11:30 Secrets of Shark Tank

15:49 How should be your Pitch deck be?

17:05 A Start-up Fun game

35:53 A day in Satyajeet's life

38:44 Start-up culture in Odisha

39:57 All about Satyajeet's new event company

44:22 An entrepreneur's view on work-life balance

45:18 Odisha's growth in the field of business over the years

48:11 What do founders gossip among themselves?

50:56 Is CGPA important?

53:58 What can the Indian Start-up space adopt from other countries?

57:44 Satyajeet's suggestion for Astrix and young founders

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(The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 26)

Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy

Idea and creative by: Amlan Tripathy

Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik

Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi

Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha

Crew: Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo

Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia

Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Watch lawyer and writer Gourav Mohanty put forth his views and tackling questions on reservation, feminism and the much burning topic, Sanatan Dharma.

Gourav joins us with his sharp insights, navigating the complexities of India's reservation system and its effects on modern society. We tackle the legacy of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and the powerful symbolism of equality and justice he represents, while addressing the contentious balance between historical rectification and the aspiration of a merit-based future. It's a discussion that doesn't shy away from the resentment and hopes entwined with affirmative action, as we ponder the parallels with policies abroad and the political will needed to evolve beyond reservation.As we pivot to the nuanced world of gender dynamics, the conversation takes a candid look at the exploitation of laws meant to protect against dowry and domestic violence. We converse on the societal and structural changes imperative for fostering true equality, from shared parenting responsibilities to corporate inclusivity, without underplaying the essential roles men play. The debate on gender superiority gives way to a collective call for unity and cooperation, amidst a backdrop of secularism and cultural representations within the diverse tapestry of Sanatan Dharma.Finally, we delve into the historical context of skin color perceptions, from ancient Indian beauty ideals to the modern influences of media and K-pop. Against the backdrop of human conflict over differences, the episode illuminates personal insecurities and societal pressures, championing the celebration of unique beauty and the embracement of one's true self. We leave our listeners with a resonant message of peace and self-acceptance, a reminder of the beauty in diversity and the strength found in our shared humanity.

00:00 Reservation Controversy Discussed

11:06 Gender Dynamics and Divorce Settlements in India

24:09 History's Impact on Skin Color

31:03 Objectification and Embracing One's True Self (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 25) Episode hosted by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash Idea and creative by: Gargi Priyadarshini Dash Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha Crew: Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

"I don't want to conquer the world, I want to make a world for myself." Uncover the intriguing layers of Suraj Rikame's acting journey. From the rationale behind his career choice to navigating life in mumbai. And lastly don't miss the musical magic as he shows off his cajon skills on the iconic "Rangabati." 00:00 Intro 0:57 Suraj's journey as an actor 4:41 About Suraj's dating life and heartbreaks 9:06 Life in Mumbai 12:08 Life of Suraj before Bollywood 15:02 How does Suraj manage his money? 16:29 Suraj's view on the Animal controversy and thoughts behind filmmaking 30:02 Favourite podcasts of Suraj 31:18 Real-life paranormal experience 35:32 Top book recommendations 36:31 Suraj's spiritual side 39:26 Future goals 46:28 A surprise 46:51 Feedback for The Astrix Show 47:36 Outro Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 24) Episode hosted by: Shruti Sinha Idea and creative by: Shruti Sinha, Siddhant Tripathi Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Nidhi Bhat Crew: Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

The Astrix Show presents, *drum rolls* CEO, Siddhant Tripathi! On the eve of 5 years of Astrix, let's roast our much beloved (hated) boss. Kyun ki salary tum dete nahi. Despite all the complaints, we know how much we adore him. So let's dive into the personal and professional diary of the CEO!

00:00 Intro

0:36 The story behind Astrix

4:14 Dichotomy between academic life & business

5:44 Founder's view on work-life balance

6:44 What's gonna be the new tagline of Astrix?

7:05 The equity share of Astrix

8:48 Remarkable turning point in Astrix's journey

9:54 Nuanced controversies during the early days of Astrix

12:57 Power of Intuition

13:48 The diversification and learnings of Astrix

15:32 A fun story related to the founder's childhood

16:20 All about Astrix's work culture

17:40 The hiring process in Astrix

19:10 Astrix in the next five years

21:02 Founder's work & hate relationship with co-founder

24:02 Astrix's all-time best podcasts

25:56 Siddhant's journey as a founder

27:26 Suggestions for employees

28:32 Founder's view on his expenses

31:57 What's the future of Astrix after a year from now

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The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 23)

Episode hosted by: Shruti Sinha

Idea and creative by: Shruti Sinha, Amritansu Sahoo

Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi, Nilesh Patnaik

Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi

Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha

Crew: Arindam Panigrahi, Amlan Tripathy, Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo

Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia

Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Take a look at this conversation between Gourav and Amlan, where Gourav shares his viewpoint on the world as a lawyer and delves into history and political objectives, showcasing his expertise on the subject. Now, it's time for you to share your comments on these topics from your own perspective. (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 22) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and Creative by: Amlan Tripathy Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi and Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Amlan Tripathy Crew: Arindam Panigrahi, Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Buy Tickets to Vivek Samtani Live: https://bit.ly/46jNilO Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 21) Episode hosted by: Shruti Sinha Idea and creative by: Shruti Sinha Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha Crew: Arindam Panigrahi, Amlan Tripathy, Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo

Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Check out Plum on Hum T-Shirt by Astrix Merch: https://www.astrixverse.com/poh Samar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samar_of_69 Siddhant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siddh.ant_tripathi Take a glimpse at what a businessman actually thinks about his state and his love for Rasagolla. Know not only about Odisha but also its glory and unseen aspects with a hint of business mindset here and there. 00:00 Intro 01:51 About samar_of_69 03:26 The power of an IIM tag 05:38 How the college workshops and way of learning should be 08:36 KIIT V/s IIM 10:48 Adventures inside KIIT 13:29 Wtf is design thinking? 16:23 Samar's view on changing the names of states and the country 22:56 Miracles of Lord Jagannath 29:13 Samar's childhood bullying story 33:28 The story of Rasgulla 36:33 About Samar's Instagram content 38:27 A very funny incident with a Bollywood celebrity 40:49 The diversified identity of Odisha 48:35 The representation of Odisha and its culture 51:15 Samar sells Merch, RedBull & Siddhant 54:22 Astrix's founder has been sold 55:54 Outro Supported by #redbull (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 20) Episode hosted by: Shruti Sinha Idea and creative by: Shruti Sinha Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi and Nilesh Patnaik Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha and Amlan Tripathy Crew: Arindam Panigrahi, Amlan Tripathy, Anirudh Das, Amritansu Sahoo Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

With us exploring new fragments of life, we come across various challenges, ''Mental Health'' is one of them. It has existed for a while yet is still surrounded by a stigma. Get to know from the expert about all the complexities of the human mind and their solutions. 00:00 In the Episode 01:29 Intro 02:19 About Juuhi Raai 04:16 What made Juuhi get into this field 06:06 Why can’t people continue what they’ve started 07:53 Power of association 09:04 Tips for people who think they are not good enough 12:00 Do people really know about the depth of mental health 14:41 Importance of exercise 19:59 Doing what you love to do 23:02 Vipassana 26:24 Journey as a Master EFT Therapist 31:34 Storytelling as a tool in therapy 34:09 The art of storytelling 36:00 Mirror solution 37:57 Juuhi’s advice for students Check these out: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjuuhiraai/ Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpGbQjmTeCA (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 18) Episode hosted by: Akshat Jain Idea and creative by: Akshat Jain and Ojas Jain Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha and Isha Choudhury Location Courtesy: Freqncy Studio, BKC Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi, Akshat Jain, Ojas Jain

Know Odisha? Jo South Main Hai! Exactly... (Note the sarcasm) We don't know if we can get your horrible Geography on track or not, but one things for sure, this video is actually going me make you go LOL. We have the infamous Odia, in the world of Stand-up comedy, Satyabrat Mohapatra. 00:00 Intro 00:06 Experience of being a MEME MATERIAL 1:06 APNE SE ZYADA VIEWS experience 1:47 Journey as a standup comedian 2:32 Standup comedy then VS standup comedy now 5:32 Art of writing the perfect joke 7:08 Kitne open mic gande gaye hain? 7:55 Standup is the art form of intelligent 8:22 Standup is different than other art forms 9:05 Growth perspectives 10:33 College show experience 11:36 Job experience 12:58 How does a comedian earn?? 14:35 Roasting teachers and HRs 15:53 Worst experience 17:11 COMEDY HIGHWAY 17:47 Good experiences 18:59 Advices to past self 21:01 Favourite genre in comedy 21:40 Next video of Satyabrat on love bites (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 17) Episode hosted by: Arindam Panigrahi Idea and creative by: Arindam Panigrahi Edited by: Siddhant Tripathi Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi Show Notes by: Shruti Sinha and Isha Choudhury Crew: Amritansh Sahoo, Ansh Patnaik, Stephen Rejinold Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi

Embark on a thrilling culinary odyssey as we descend into the journey of MasterChef Avinash Pattnaik. Brace yourself for captivating tales of horticulture, where every ingredient comes to life in a symphony of flavors and explore uncharted territories of cooking, unraveling the secrets of lost recipes. Discover his visionary quest to fuse the essence of Odia culture with the art of cuisine, creating a breathtaking tapestry of flavors that pays homage to the rich heritage of a land and its people. Supported by #redbull

00:00 Precap 01:02 Is Avinash Happy to Be Here? 01:30 MasterChef Changed Your Life? 02:26 PhD in Horticulture, What's That?! 03:54 Not Only Tasty but Also Beautiful, How? 05:18 How Did You Welcome MasterChef to Your Life? 07:26 Bye Agriculture. Hi Food! 10:23 Odia Food Over Others? 13:27 Chef Is More Than You Think! 16:23 All You Need to Be in MasterChef 20:20 What Style Do You Follow? 22:58 2019 vs 2023 - The Comeback! 25:00 Eliminated - Process Over Title! 27:21 Flowers in Danger! 28:05 Why Are Flowers in Danger? 29:31 New Subject Flowers! 30:53 Rapid Fire On! 31:15 How Much Salt Is Too Much Salt? 31:29 Favourite Odia Cuisine 31:35 Where Did You Learn Cooking? 32:59 Favourite Cricketer and Footballer 33:36 End - Not Introvert but Fun! (The Astrix Show - Season 2, Episode 16) Episode hosted by: Amlan Tripathy Idea and creative by: Amlan Tripathy and Arindam Panigrahi Edited by: Nilesh Pattnaik and Siddhant Tripathi Graphics by: Arindam Panigrahi  Show Notes by: Anushka Behera Crew: Anirudh Das (for photoaddictvibes), Arindam Panigrahi Location Courtesy: The Space, Patia Produced by: Siddhant Tripathi