Powered By EPIC ON. Entertainment is like food for the brain. It is the window to culture and a great way to understand the world around us. The internet has changed what it means to be an entertainer, creating new storytellers with millions of fans. It has spawned a new breed, the story sellers, those behind the scenes creating the business for this ecosystem. They work with brands, platforms and channels who are keen to capitalize on an audience hungrier than ever for more stories. Join Vineet Kanabar as he has a ringside view of how stories are told and sold. He brings you creators, artists, executives and marketeers for a freewheeling conversation around the business of entertainment. Tune in to Story Tellers and Story Sellers for personal stories, analysis and criticism every Thursday on the IVM Podcast Network or wherever you find your podcast from.
In the first episode of Story Tellers and Story Sellers, Vineet is joined by two very intriguing men in their respective fields. The Story Teller is a critically claimed writer of Yeh Meri Family, Kota Factory and Hostel days. He is the Executive...
On the 2nd episode of Storytellers Storysellers, I sat down with Sudeep Lahiri, VP Content Strategy at One Digital Entertainment, and actor, Ahsaas Channa, to talk about the influencer economy in India. The influencer business didnt exist...
I was educated much by the internet as by anyone and one of the most important parts of my learning was my education in indie music. Limewire, Kazaa, Napster, Youtube andwere my sources of new music as I spent years wondering when the...
The internet in India is 75 men and 25 of women, making Indias digital gender gap the widest in the world. Its clearly reflected by how women get portrayed in this content and what kind of opportunities really come their way. If you go on TV, the...
Getting a break in the entertainment business is tough, especially if your family doesnt come from the same line of work. Your parents, your family, your friends, theyre always concerned on how its going to work out. As a story teller then you need...
Being a creator opens up a world of possibilities for you. Creators of popular content are in prime position to expand their horizons and build something that may outlast them. Some great examples that come to mind are TVF and Filter Copy who are...
Previously, you heard Aakash Shah and Ranveer Allahbadia talk about starting creative companies. To continue the conversation we have called two more seasoned creative entrepreneurs to offer a deeper dive in managing the new media empires of today....
2019 was an exciting year in entertainment, with great highs and low lows. It was also the year that content went more political than ever before, with a variety of surfaces and platforms servicing consumer demand for more and better entertainment. So...
Its easier to imagine Indians watching KDramas than Korean teenagers tuning in to watch Naagin or Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain To find out why this is and what has held Indian content back from global shores, Vineet talks to Rahul Sarangi, Global Head of Busi
What is the goal of a creator Is it to become famous or tell stories that find a huge audience What does it mean to have a voice as a creator and how do you know when you have found your voice. These are some big questions that every creator must face
The business of live entertainment in India is booming and not just for standup comedy. Great experiences are on offer for those who seek them in the spaces of spoken word and poetry, films and filmmaking, performance arts, creativity and more.
In this weeks episode, Vineet talks to two people who are skilled at growing their companies. In the studio, we have Rohit Raj, who is the brain behind Artist Aadmi and also the manager of Indias biggest Youtube star, Bhuvan Bam. Joining Rohit an
This week, Vineet discusses hip hop beyond rap and to do that to that we have someone who claims to be the best at Beatboxing, Patrick Hirst also known as Ballzee. Joining Patrick in the studio is a DJ, producer and currently the CoFounder o
There was a time when film journalists were the only window into the lives of entertainers legendary interviews dot the archive pages of everything from Esquire and Variety, to Filmfare Stardust. With social media though, times hav
Entertainment is like food from the brain just the way food we consume nourishes our body and helps it grow, the entertainment we consume shapes our behaviour and attitudes. In a fast changing world, thats pulling itself apart at the seams, I talk to
The world entertainment changes rapidly it is an industry that gets disrupted with new formats or technology or business models every few years. With the coronavirus, the business of sports entertainment faces its biggest test as all the conventional
On this double episode, Vineet talks to Priyanka Khimani about what it means to be an entertainment lawyer in the digital age. Priyanka shares her own story of becoming a lawyer, picking up skills spanning business, legal, crisis management
On this double episode, Vineet talks to Priyanka Khimani about what it means to be an entertainment lawyer in the digital age. Priyanka shares her own story of becoming a lawyer, picking up skills spanning business, legal, crisis management
Being a creator opens up a world of possibilities for you. Creators of popular content are in prime position to expand their horizons and build something that may outlast them. Some great examples that come to mind are TVF and Filter Copy who are leading
On this episode, Vineet talks to Sameeksha Uniyal, Consumer Marketing Lead at Bacardi, and Gunjan Arya, CEO at OML about 10 years of Indias Happiest festival weekend. Sameeksha Gunjan tell Vineet about being at the forefront of youth
On this episode, Vineet Kanabar interviews Amarpreet Singh Anand, EVP Portfolio Head, Diageo India, and asks if its true that the alcohol industry thrives equally well in the good times and the bad. Amarpreet also shares his wisdom
On this episode, Vineet talks to Vibhu Agarwal, serial entrepreneur and. Vibhu talks to Vineet about his motivations behind starting a streaming service, scaling the service to serve the demand for adult entertainment in India and how he once
On this episode, Vineet talks to Pratilipi cofounder CEO, Ranjeet Pratap Singh about how his love of reading led to the founding of Pratilipi 6 years ago, their plans to build a homegrown media empire, his love for comics and how India can
On this episode, Vineet talks to long time TVF creative producer, Shreyansh Pandey. Sherry leads TVF Originals, and has been part of the think tank behind now iconic shows like Kota Factory, Pitchers, Yeh Meri Family, Gullak, Permanent Roommates
On this episode, Vineet talks to investment banker turned boutique culture agency founder, Tanaaz Bhatia. Over the last decade, Tanaazs company, Bottomline media has worked in film marketing and infilm branding, luxury music marketing, and
On this wisdomfilled Womens Day special episode, Vineet talks to Instagram queens, Shereen Lovebug Nidhi Mohan Kamal about their challenges and learnings. Shereen shares her journey to being one of the most loved beauty
On this episode, Vineet talks to Mantra Mugdh, the first name in fiction podcasting in India and the main man behind Spotify Original podcasts Bhaskar Bose, I Hear You and Darr Ka Raaz with Dr. Phobia. Mantra is a two time RAPA Promax
On this episode, Vineet sits down with Siddharth Deshmukh, the travelling professor, Former Dean at MICA and host of the eponymous podcast. Siddharth and Vineet talk about their love for teaching, what teachers can do to make
On this episode, Vineet sits down to talk to Ankit Chauhan, aka OyeAnkit, the man behind the internets most viral mashups. Ankit talks about his journey from editing videos with friends, to working with Rabbi Shergill and TVF, and his ambitions ahead.
On this episode, Vineet takes a virtual safari with ace wildlife filmmaker, photographer and student of the game, Suyash Keshari. Suyash shares his journey from a passion for wildlife in his early years, to running a one man wildlife video OTT service.
On this 100th special episode, Vineet goes through some of his favourite moments with guests on the show. Featuring wisdom and insights from Jasleen Royal, Barkha, TechnoGamerz, FlyingBeast, Saurabh Khanna, Aakash Mehta, and much more
On this episode, Vineet talks to Tanisha, Shweta, and Aashish, the founders of the sex toys wellness business. They talk about how the demand for sex toys in India is skyrocketing and how they are building a differentiated brand with Sangya Project.
In the second part of the episode, DEvil talks about rapping with Ranveer Singh in Gully Boy and beyond. The great storyteller that DEvil is, he breaks down hip hop for us and what it means to him. He also talks about his endeavor with Triller India.
On this episode, Vineet talks to the CEO of edtech startup FILO. Imbesat brings his diverse background in learning, teaching, and building a company to this deep chat about the problems of Indian education and how FILO is attempting to solve these.
Karan Nohria is the Gen Z entrepreneur behind the buzzy Mumbai restaurant, Silly. On this episode,Karan tells Vineet about what motivates him, how his mother is his biggest ally and bouncing board, and what lies ahead for this promising Gen Z entrepreneur
On this episode, Vineet talks to virtuoso space designer Rupin Suchak, known for his work on films like Ra.One, Jai Ho, Agneepath and more. He tells Vineet about his methods, his philosophy and how he manages to bring fresh ideas to the discipline.
On this episode, Vineet talks to poet, performer, and Spoken Fest curator Shantanu Anand. Conversation ranges from the state of poetry in the times of Instagram, the sadness of being a Manchester United fan and Shantanus origins as a poet.
If youre dreaming of being a published author, or want to know what goes into getting published, this episode is for you. Vineet talks to the Director of the prestigious JCB Prize for Literature, and founder of Syaahi, one of Indias first literary consultancies. Draw on Mitas wealth of experience as an agent, an editor and an author, and find out why Mita always replies to emails within 24 hours.
On this episode, Vineet takes you on a journey around Bombay with Harshvardhan Tanwar Founder of No Footprints. They talk about the history of Bombay, the firsttime ice came to the Indian subcontinent, unheard historic anecdotes, and how No Footprints is your go to place to embark on an unforgettable journey of the city of dreams. About the ShowStorytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday You can follow Harshvardhan Tanwar on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/NFPexploreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/harshvardhantanwar/ Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram:https://twitter.com/ashcharyafuckit and https://instagram.com/ashcharyafuckit ashcharyafuckit You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can also check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If youre keen on learning how a show becomes a multiseason success, this episode is for you. Vineet talks to Ahsaas Channa and Shreyasi Sharma, the star and the creator of the hit Girliyapa show, Girls Hostel. Now in Season 3, on Sony Liv, Girls Hostel is a runaway success, depicting the lives of young women the way they want to be portrayed. Ahsaas Shreyasi talk about the journey of the show, about writing relatable feminist shows and women friendships on set.
If youve dreamt of writing for the screen, have ideas that you want to bring to life, or want to know what a film writers struggles are like, this episode is for you. Aakash Kaushik, the writer of Bhool Bhulaiyya 2 and Thank God talks to Vineet about having an epic year, about his methods, and why writers must get more of the limelight in the film industry. About the ShowStorytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday You can follow Aakash Kaushik on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aakashkaushik25/Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/aakashkofficial/ Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram:https://twitter.com/ashcharyafuckit and https://instagram.com/ashcharyafuckit ashcharyafuckit You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did you know that 10 of the worlds GHGs come from the textile industry Did you know that the Indian handloom textile industry could hold the key to our countrys unemployment problems. This week on the show, I talk to Archana Shah, founder of Bandhej and author of Crafting a Future: Stories of Indian Textiles Sustainable Practices, about the economy ecology of sustainable fashion.
If you want a behind the scenes look into writing and producing Webseries for OTTs, this episode is for you. Writer, producer, entrepreneur and father Vaibhav Modi runs Victor Tango productions, the banner behind Mukhbir and producer of shows like Tripling. Vineet talks to Vaibhav about his 20 years of production, how the current political climate affects creators and how he is inculcating storytelling habits in his son
If you like indie music, are curious about songwriting, or are fascinated by the logistics of putting together a tour, this episode is for you. Singer songwriter Shantanu Pandit released his first album, the critically acclaimed, Milk Teeth in 2021. He set out on a 3000 mile tour in a minivan. On this episode, Vineet Shantanu talk about the tour, his music and why it took him 7 years from his first EP to release an album. About the ShowStorytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday You can follow Shantanu Pandit on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shantanman/Facebook: 12 Shantanu Pandit Facebook Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram:https://twitter.com/ashcharyafuckit and https://instagram.com/ashcharyafuckit ashcharyafuckit You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever wondered why big films fail, or why shows get renewed or cancelled Audience research, testing, and performance are the final word for broadcast, OTT or Film producers, and many of them, swear by Ormax Indias only specialized media research consulting firm. On this episode, Vineet talks to Ormax Founder CEO, Shailesh Kapoor about their fascinating work over the last 15 years.
Dheer Momaya is the Founder at Jugaad Motion Pictures, and the producer of Chhello Show, Indias entry to the Oscars this year. Hes among a crop of young creators taking Indian entertainment to the world. If youre keen on knowing how a film gets pitched to the Oscars after being nominated, or how the next generation of great Indian filmmakers look at entertainment, this episode is for you. About the Show Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday You can follow Dheer Momaya Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/dnmroots/ Facebook: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dheermomaya7a5bab75/ Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram:https://twitter.com/ashcharyafuckit and https://instagram.com/ashcharyafuckit ashcharyafuckit You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/
If youre keen on learning more about influencer marketing, building media tech products or growing your Startups, this episode is for you. Chtrbox founder Pranay Swarup tells Vineet about how the company has grown from their high velocity beginnings. Now operating in multiple markets, working on the biggest brands and entertainment projects, Pranay shares his PoV on building from India for the world.
Writer, director, and actor Raj Singh Chaudhary takes Vineet on a film tour of the unseen parts of Rajasthan, through his movies Gulaal, Shaadistaan, and the new Netflix film, Thar. They talk about filmmaking, the Anurag Kashyap universe, Storytelling, Indian Cinema, bringing small tons and their culture alive on screen, learning on the ground, and making an impact through the medium. You can find Raj Singh on Instagram About the ShowStorytellers and Storytellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vineet sits down with Madhyama and Chayan, two of the fresh faces in the new Netflix show, Class. They play the roles of Saba Dhruv respectively.The duo tells Vineet about how they prepared for the roles, how it was working with Ashim Ahluwalia, and how theyre welcoming newfound fame. Watch Class on Netflix Find Madhyama Chayan on Instagram About the Show:The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram Find the show across audio streaming apps:Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts JioSaavn Gaana Amazon Music Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.We are ivmpodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android or iOS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
DId you know that out of 10 people 8 are tuned into FM radio Only 5 are listening to some other form of audio. Out of 5, 3 are tuning into digital audio and 2 are using some device. On this episode, Vineet talks to Preeti Nihalani, COO at ENIL. Preeti talks to Vineet about Mirchis expansion into video, and digital apps, why radio is a tough business to enter and to exit, and how technology is disrupting the radio ads business. They also celebrate 100 years of Radio Broadcasting. Find Preeti on LinkedIn About the Show:The Storytellers and Storysellers Podcast gives you a frontrow seat to find out how the best stories are told and sold. Tune in for strategy storytelling perspectives from the brightest minds in entertainment, in conversation with Vineet Kanabar. From music to movies, from gaming to podcasts, from content creators to technology, all entertainment at once place New episodes every Thursday Follow Vineet Kanabar on Twitter Instagram Find the show across audio streaming apps:Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts JioSaavn Gaana Amazon Music Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.We are ivmpodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android or iOS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.