Cyrus Says

On this extra special super awesome 50th episode of Cyrus Says,  Cyrus is joined by Amit Doshi (@doshiamit on twitter) and Mae Thomas(@maeemaebe on twitter) of Indus Vox Media. As they look back on 2015 they discuss: The cynicism in Indian Politics The Miss Universe announcement fiasco Was the debate on intolerance this year overdone or justified Movie remakes 50 shades of Grey Aziz Ansari is a true Indian Thanks for all your support for our first 50 episodes, the listener response has been fantastic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is the Mumbai editor of The Hindu Sachin Kalbag (@sachinkalbag on twitter) Sachin's start as a journalist interviewing Reshma Bombaywala How Tariq Ansari stopped him from going on his honeymoon & he became editor of Mid Day online The function of newspapers in an online world Why he removed the mid day mate Working in Washington DC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says are guests are Taronish Bulsara, Rohini Bhavnani and Malika Bhavnani pf the NGO World for All (@worldforall on twitter). Cyrus talks to them about: How the organization begun ABC - Animal Birth Control Cat discrimination Overcoming the fear of animals How Rohini & Malika got involved Cyrus' Mandela moment Challenges of fundraising  You can learn more about the work they are doing at worldforall.co or their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/worldforall/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Brijesh Singh author, foodie, and Inspector General of Police. Cyrus and Brijesh talk about: Brijesh's relationship with the TV Show CID Traffic Planning in Mumbai Brijesh's experiences in the police Quantum Siege - how true to life is his book Why Indian policemen wear Khakhi Sanskari James Bond Brijesh's book Quantum Siege is a thriller where a Police officer has less than 72 hours to diffuse a nuclear threat. It can be bought here http://www.amazon.in/Quantam-Siege-Brijesh-Singh/dp/0143422871/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is Anant Goenka (@anantgoenka on twitter) of the Indian Express(@indianexpress on twitter). Cyrus and Anant talk about: The experience at the Mumbai Airport Story of Cyrus bullying Anant when he was a kid Anant's journey so far The Indian Express as an institution Thoughts on Digital vs. Print Technology in Pornography The Wagah border ceremony See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says  The jewelry business Whats happening with diamonds Aspirational The brand genesis and growth of the brand Shaze Shaze's Labellion campaign Jazz in Mumbai Our guest is Samrat Zaveri (@samratzaveri on twitter) Managin Director of Shaze (@shazeindia on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says our guest is actor, director, model, photographer, athlete, blogger Parvin Dabas. Cyrus and Parvin discuss: Shared history of Cyrus and Parvin How Parvin started in the business Parvin shares his opinion on returning of Awards Diving with sharks Censorship vs. Certification Parvin is @parvindabas on twitter. His blog is at http://blogs.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/author/parvindabas/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and Kunal discuss Food The Pathare Prabhu community How local food in India is Crabs vs Sex Thoughts on digital media Kunal reacts to types of foods and discusses his favourite cuisines Our guest is The Foodie, actor, comedian, writer Kunal Vijayakar (@kunalvijaykar on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus talks to law students to get their perspective to issues How they got started with law The Shiv Sena vs BJP Collegium vs NJAC Celebrating Navratri Social Life as students Our guests are law students Neil Modi, Rafael Pereira and Devanshu GanatraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says Cyrus and Siddharth talk about Siddharth's background Changing careers Variable American accents Siddharth shares stories of his time as a luxury hotel manager Sports in India Siddharth's experience on landing in the US right after 9/11 Growing up as an army brat Our guest is Siddharth Vaze (@sk_vaze on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: How Ekta and Pinky started Indigo Kids Challenges of creating childrens entertainment in India Ekta was made a bakra years ago The Beauty and the Beast show in India Thoughts on the movie Talwar  Our guests are Pinky Daga and Ekta Shah of Indigo Kids India ( www.indigokidsindia.com )See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Waiting at Doctors Clinics Rationalist persecution Religion and humour iphone vs. Nexuses Dumb Facebook status messages Hazing in college in India and the US Our guest is CEO of Indus Vox Media(producer of this show) Amit Doshi ( @doshiamit on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says     * Life and Times of Irfan Pabaney     * Starting up the Sassy Spoon and differences between branches     * Getting in the Guinness Book of World Records with the worlds largest curry     * Impact of beef ban & meat bans on restaurants     * Discussion on Service Tax and Service Charge     * Being a Star Wars fan     * Where chefs eat Our guest is Irfan Pabaney (@irfanpabaney on twitter) Chef/Owner at The Sassy SpoonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Dharmesh's journey to Star TV Favourite late night shows Thoughts on Quantico Emmy 2015 awards  Indian TV vs. American TV Our guest is Dharmesh Gandhi (@dharmeshg on twitter) the Content Engine at Star World, Star Premiere and FX See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Urban Planning in Mumbai The state of cemeteries and crematoriums Groping during Ganpati Raising kids in urban India Gated communities Mumbai's Coastal Road Our guest is Nandini Sampat architect and Urban PlannerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Meatless Mumbai? Dennis sings a song for Rakesh Maria Sheena Bora Murder & the police Sequel to Gangs of Wasseypur Rahul Gandhis dimples Pamela Andersons dog Walking in on people in the toilet Hangover Cures Our guest Dennis Taraporewala (@dennistarapore on twitter) is the CEO of the Public Relations and Social Media firm Criesse Communications - www.criesse.com. He is also an established musical artist and composer, and a prolific social media influencer. His tweets can be found at @dennistarapore and music at www.livedennis.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus & Rahul discuss their history together Rahuls love for running Thoughts on arthouse cinema Rahul talks about the Bengali people speaking English Rahul does some impressions Talking Cricket Whats next for Rahul Our guest is actor, producer, director, social activist, rugby player and all around good guy Rahul Bose ( @RahulBose1 on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Karan & Cyrus discuss his beginnings in Comedy Karans being influenced by Mitch Hedberg Sexual Harassment Sushma Swaraj finally goes abroad Sanjay Dutt in & out of jail Amit Shah is stuck in a lift Karan talks about his tennis playing days Our guest is a comedian, improv artist and a founder of SnG Comedy -  Karan Talwar (@bollywoodgandu on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Cyrus and Rati talk about her car having her car window shot by Mumbai Police Why Celebs wear sunglasses Rati's issue with Bus drivers White collar employees at Amazon Wifi enabled dustbins Our guest is Rati Chaudhary Head of Internal Communications & Knowledge Managment, South Asia for British Council (@ratichaudhary on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Cyrus Says: Kaneez talks about growing up in South Africa and getting started in comedy Moral Policing Regressiveness even at comedy show audiences Cyrus & Kaneez try and talk in Hindi Medical marijuana "research" Tiger poaching South Bombay snobbery Our guest is comedian, improv artist, actress, and member of the team The Week that Wasnt Kaneez Surka (@kaneezsurka on twitter)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.