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The xMonks Drive

What if wisdom had a voice and it sounded like this Welcome to The xMonks Drive with Gaurav Arora, where soulful conversations meet real-world insight. Hosted by Master Certified Coach and founder of xMonks Gaurav Arora, this weekly podcast brings together a rare mix of CEOs, monks, psychologists, spiritual masters, doctors, and changemakers.Together, they explore what it truly means to lead with purpose, live with clarity, and grow from the inside out.From mindfulness and emotional mastery to

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S2 E104: Gut Health Is Ruining Your Sleep, Mood &...

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2025/06/20

What if your bloating, burnout, migraines, and even your mood swings all had one root cause? In this powerful episode of The xMonks Drive, Gaurav Arora sits down with Dr. Preeti Seth, India’s leading wellness expert and founder of Pachouli, to expose the truth about gut health, sleep disorders, and the silent signals your body is trying to send you. 💡 Topics Covered: • The gut-brain connection explained simply • Why sleep, stress & digestion are inseparable • Early warni...

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S2 E103: Sandeep Gupta on How Storytelling Builds...

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2025/06/13

Can a story make you rich? Sandeep Gupta says yes, and he’s got 2 lakh+ GMAT scorers, entrepreneurs, and high-performers to prove it. In this mind-shifting episode of xMonks Drive, India’s top GMAT trainer reveals how storytelling goes way beyond interviews and presentations. This is how you hack memory, sell without selling, and build wealth using nothing but your words. 🔹 Why the brain listens to stories not facts 🔹 How to make people feel your message, not just hear it 🔹 The difference

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S2 E102: Suroor Mander on Why POSH Still Fails So...

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2025/06/07

What happens when a Supreme Court lawyer walks into a boardroom and tells the truth about workplace harassment? In this powerful conversation, Gaurav Arora sits down with Suroor Mander — lawyer, activist, and one of India’s leading POSH trainers — to break down how corporates are getting POSH wrong, why women still stay silent, and how power often protects the predator. From real-life cases to shocking systemic failures, this episode unpacks the uncomfortable truths behind India’s workplace...

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S2 E101: AAP's Jasmine Shah on Delhi, Democracy & the...

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2025/05/30

“The War for Delhi” wasn’t just political, it was personal. In this unfiltered conversation, Aam Aadmi Party spokesperson Jasmine Shah reveals how Delhi’s governance was dismantled, its leaders jailed, and institutions weaponized. 🗣️ "If an elected Chief Minister can be jailed with zero evidence, what hope does a common man have?" From bureaucracy takeovers to media trials, Shah shares the inside story of power, resistance, and a model of governance that dared to challenge the system. 🔍

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68:34

S2 E100: Ex-Army Officer on Terrorism, Faith & the...

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2025/05/23

What makes someone pick up a gun in the name of God? Why are books — not bullets — the real weapon in today’s wars? In this gripping conversation, Lt Col Manoj Kumar Sinha (Retd.), Sena Medal awardee and counter-terror veteran, shares unfiltered truths about religious radicalization, terrorism in Kashmir, and the inner war every soldier must fight. From being shot in the neck during an anti-terror operation to confronting belief systems that justify killing, this episode goes far beyond headl...

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62:29

S2 E99: Kavyal Sedani | What They Don’t Teach You...

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2025/05/16

What if your suffering wasn’t a disorder — but a disconnection? In this powerful episode of The xMonks Drive, Kavyal Sedani sits down with Gaurav Arora to explore the invisible threads between mental illness, faith, ego, and healing. She once wrote letters to strangers just to serve Oprah a glass of water. That moment changed everything — but it wasn’t magic. It was alignment. From anxiety to ambition, shame to spirituality — this conversation unpacks the stories we silently live by, and h...

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36:57

S2 E98: Major General Vikram Dev Dogra on India’s War...

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2025/05/12

This episode was shot on the morning of May 9th, just hours before India and Pakistan agreed to a so-called “ceasefire” — which has already been violated by Pakistan. Major General Vikram Dev Dogra (AVSM), known as the Ironman of the Indian Army and former GOC of a Strike Division, joins Gaurav Arora for an unfiltered, urgent conversation about Operation Sindoor — India’s largest, most direct military strike inside Pakistan since 1971. In this interview: - Why India struck 9 targets inside ...

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S2 E97: Kargil Hero Yogendra Singh Yadav on Pahalgam,...

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2025/05/02

In this powerful episode of xMonks Drive, Kargil War Hero and Param Vir Chakra awardee Captain Yogendra Singh Yadav speaks with Gaurav Arora about the Pahalgam terror attack, the truth about Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, and what it truly means to be an Indian soldier. From surviving 15 bullets at Tiger Hill to calling out cowardice masked as ideology, Yogendra Singh Yadav brings raw courage, unfiltered truth, and deep patriotism to this conversation. He reflects on: - Why religion doesn’t ...

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64:31

S2 E96: Ryan Seaman on Ego Death, Plant Medicine, and...

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2025/04/25

What if everything you thought was success… was just setup for the breakdown that finally woke you up? In this episode of xMonks Drive, Ryan Seaman dives into the unraveling of identity — through ego death, plant medicine, spiritual initiation, and a journey far beyond the Hollywood spotlight. From Mayan pyramids to jungle rituals, Saturn returns to silent meditation, this isn’t just a story of healing — it’s a mirror for anyone on the edge of transformation. 🔮 In this episode: Ego death

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S2 E95: Seeing the Divine: Lisa Prajna Hallstrom on...

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2025/04/18

In this profoundly moving episode of The xMonks Drive, Gaurav sits down with Lisa Prajna Hallstrom — Harvard scholar, spiritual mentor, and lifelong devotee of Anandamayi Ma. Lisa shares the extraordinary journey that led her from a difficult childhood and academic pursuit at Harvard to a life of surrender, spiritual devotion, and divine grace. She speaks about discovering the teachings of Anandamayi Ma, her powerful Shakti experiences, and the moment she walked away from her marriage to foll...

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34:56

S2 E94: Yogi @ Corporate Street: Ancient Wisdom for...

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2025/04/11

What if the best leadership strategies were written centuries ago? In this episode, author and corporate leader Manish Chaturvedi joins Gaurav Arora to share the inside story of his book Yogi @ Corporate Street — where epics like the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Bhagavad Gita meet the demands of today’s boardrooms. They explore: The leadership styles of Ram vs KrishnaWhy self-leadership is the first step to leading othersKarma, Gyan, and Bhakti as frameworks for professional growthNavigating co...

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S2 E93: The Startup Journey of Gaurav Singh:...

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2025/04/04

Can ambition be sustainable? Can AI scale without consequence? In this powerful episode of the xMonks Drive Podcast, host Gaurav Arora sits down with Gaurav Singh, founder of Verloop, for an unfiltered conversation on building in the age of AI. From growing up in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, to coding at 10, launching his first projects by 13, and now leading one of India’s most ambitious AI startups, Gaurav shares what most founders won’t: 🔥 Why fundraising is easier than building 💥 Why he stopped

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S2 E92: Govind Iyer: From Global Boardrooms to Giving...

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2025/03/29

What does it mean to give forward? In this deeply reflective episode of xMonks Drive, Govind Iyer—Independent Director at Infosys, Chairperson of Social Venture Partners India, and board member at Give India and Karmayogi Bharat—joins Gaurav Arora for a conversation that bridges corporate clarity with soulful leadership. Govind shares the philosophy that guides his life today: don’t give back… give forward. Together, they explore the culture of leadership without hierarchy, the power of authe...

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S2 E91: Dino Petridis | How a Greek Professor Came to...

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2025/03/24

Why did a Greek psychology professor surrender to a Hindu guru? Watch as Dino Petridis, a London-based academic, shares his incredible spiritual journey—from academia to devotion! He reveals how he found Bhagwan Nithyananda, why he never wavered despite controversy, and what made him leave Western logic behind for deep faith. This is not just a story—it’s a transformation! 🔥 Topics Covered: ✔️ Greek professor becomes Hindu devotee ✔️ Finding a spiritual guru in India ✔️ Nithyananda con...

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48:05

Shalini Singh on Breaking Barriers | A Different...

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2025/03/07

Breaking Barriers: Shalini Singh on Thriving in a Male-Dominated Industry Shalini Singh, Chief of Corporate Communications & Sustainability at Tata Power, is a force of impact and innovation. From leading award-winning initiatives like Club Enerji and Greenolution to earning a board seat at just 40, she has paved the way for change. In this conversation, she shares her journey of working in a male-dominated industry, the doubts she faced, and how listening became her biggest strength. A...

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S2 E89: Can Astrology Really Predict Your Success?...

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2025/02/28

Is our life written in the stars, or do we have the power to change it? In this episode of xMonks Drive, Gaurav Arora sits down with astrologer Dr. Sundeep Kochar to explore the age-old debate between destiny and free will—with a fresh, modern perspective. They dive into: 🌟 What astrology really is (beyond the daily horoscopes) 🌟 Do planetary positions actually influence your thoughts and decisions? 🌟 The fine line between destiny and the choices we make 🌟 Why some people thrive in one job

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S2 E88: Gold Medal, Doping Allegations, and Fighting...

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2025/02/25

In this powerful episode of The xMonks Drive, Gaurav Arora sits down with Neeraj Yadav, a celebrated para-athlete known for his resilience and extraordinary achievements. Neeraj shares his journey from facing paralysis to winning gold medals on the global stage, the pride of representing India, and the pain of being accused of doping despite his innocence. He discusses how faith in Bajrang Bali and support from loved ones kept him strong through moments of doubt. Neeraj’s vow to return strong...

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50:55

Small town girl turned CEO, Entrepreneurship,...

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2025/02/07

From a Small Town to Breaking Barriers in the Auto Industry! What does it take for a woman to thrive in a male-dominated industry? Meet Muskan, an entrepreneur who went from being doubted to leading one of India's most trusted car servicing brands. In this episode of the xMonks Drive, Muskan shares: - Her journey from a small town in Punjab to the auto industry - The biases she faced in investor meetings & boardrooms - Balancing motherhood & leadership in a high-pressure field - Why...

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57:06

Leadership lessons from the Indian Army, Ukraine,...

The xMonks Drive ·

2025/02/03

The Gen. Bali saga continues. In Part II of our podcast with Maj. Gen. Neeraj Bali, we take a deeper dive into the lessons corporates can draw from the Indian army. Gen. Bali spills his thoughts on Ukraine, Palestine, and the geopolitical scenario of the world. Watch the entire episode, it’s a bucket full of stories, inspiration, and moments that changed the course of history. Follow us on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xmonks.ecosystem/ Follow me On YouTube: h...

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48:00

S2 E85: Kargil, Sam Manekshaw, KM Cariappa and...

The xMonks Drive ·

2025/01/25

I drew a lot of inspiration from the Indian Army growing up. They were my real-life heroes.When I got the opportunity to interview Maj. Gen Neeraj Bali on the xMonks Drive podcast, it was like traveling an entire circle of life. The episode is filled with everything you can imagine and more, from the triumphs of Kargil to the glorious life of Sam Manekshaw. This is an episode packed with insights that can be drawn from the Indian army and how those can be incorporated into our lives...

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