
Baachu Talk
Baachu Talk is a weekly podcast show produced by Baachu and hosted by Baskar Sundaram. Baskar will take you on a journey with government leaders, outsourced business services leaders, gov-tech entrepreneurs, voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) leaders , policy think tank leaders diving deep into their values and purpose. I dedicate Baachu Talk to these leaders who are collectively making a difference to our society. Listen in and get to know them personally.
Episodes
77 episodes
Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 10 with Haresh Mirani (3 jackpots, the accident that changed life, establishing practice, Inspiration from father, Establishment and Achievments of Mirani Foundation, Conquered Mount Kilimanjaro)
Living on less is not living small, living on excess is!Embark on a riveting journey as our host Baskar Sundaram sits down with Dr. Haresh K. Mirani, delving into a narrative of triumph over adversity. From humble beginnings in a...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:29:07

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 9 with Tushar Gandhi (Born during a train ride, Discovering path, Motta Gandhi, Writing 'Let's Kill Gandhi', Discovering Baa's Diary, Film Exposure)
Join us for an enlightening episode of Baachu Talk Equity Matters as we sit down with Tushar Arun Gandhi, a prominent advocate for social equality and the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi. In our 9th episode, Tushar shares his remarkable journey and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:37:54

Unveiling the 2024 Facilities & Engineering Services Landscape: Trends & Strategies
Did you know the engineering services market defied challenges and grew by X% in 2023? This episode of our podcast dives into the ever-changing world of facilities and engineering services in 2024. We'll analyze market trends, pricing dyn...
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45:49

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 8 with Jane Elliot (Childhood Indoctrination, Removing Indoctrination, Reaction to MLK Assassination, Blue/Black Eyes Excercise, Impact on Kids,, Witnessed discrimination, Justice = Just Us, Question of Race, Stereotype
In this captivating episode, we have the privilege of hosting a truly exceptional figure, Jane Elliott. She's not just a globally recognized educator, lecturer, and diversity trainer; she's a unique voice with profound insights that seem to hav...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:59:50

Baachu Talk FM Episode 14 with Laurie Gilmer (President and COO at Facility Engineering Associates, Energy Management, Sustainability Advocate, Chair of the IFMA Global Board, Mentorship and Leadership )
Get ready for a riveting episode of Baachu Talk FM! Today, we have a trailblazing powerhouse joining us - someone who has shattered ceilings and transformed the industry over her storied career. I'm talking about the one and only Lauri...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:35:54

Baachu Talk Equity Matters episode 7 with Beena Pallical (Intersectional Feminist, Dalit Women Leader, General Secretary at UN Mechanisms Engagement, NCDHR-DAAA)
Introducing Beena J Pallical, a catalyst for change in marginalized communities and a dedicated advocate for gender equality. With unwavering determination, she has ignited policy shifts within both Central and State governments, advocati...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:24:57

Baachu Talk FM Episode 13 with Sherif Maged ( Co-founding EGYFMA, Africa FM Chair, Cairo University, Structural Engineering, Passion for Football )
Introducing Sherif: a seasoned facility management expert with over 26 years of experience spanning Housing, Housekeeping, Landscape, Real Estate, Sustainability, and Transportation Departments.At HAMZA ASSOCIATES, Sherif's role as a Str...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:11:34

Baachu Talk Equity Matters episode 6 with Dr. Ram Puniyani (Partition survival, Love for Hindi literature, IIT, Communism, Social Inequality, Human Rights, Womens Equality, Tribal Rights,Communal Harmony)
Get ready for an engaging and thought-provoking podcast episode featuring Professor Ram Puniyani. Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of this remarkable individual, who made a courageous decision to take voluntary retirement from IIT ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:37:47

Baachu Talk FM Episode 12 with John Carillo (Global FM Current Chair, IFMA Past Chair, IFMA Fellow, AT&T Director)
In this episode, we dive into the remarkable career of John Carrillo, who boasts over 40 years of experience in facility management and corporate real estate within the technology sector. Having recently retired as the Director, Planning, Desig...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:25:18

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 5 with Dr. Terrell Lamont Strayhorn ( Author of 12 books & 200 journal articles, US Top Diversity Scholar, Professor of Education & Psychology, Dir of Center for the Study of HBCUs at Virginia Union University)
Hey there, welcome to Baachu Talk: Equity Matters, the podcast that's all about celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion through the power of incredible human stories! Get ready to be inspired by the fearless DEI advocates who are shaking t...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:35:49

Baachu Talk FM Episode 11 with Thomas “Tom” L. Mitchell, Jr., CFM, CFMJ, IFMA Fellow
Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Thomas Mitchell, a man who has seen facility management evolve from the 90s to the present day. We explore his transition from military service to the private sector, his influence in global ini...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:23:43

Baachu Talk episode 30 with Mark Levy
Mark Levy is the founder of Levy Innovation LLC, a positioning and strategy firm that helps organizations and thought leaders differentiate by using, what he calls, a Big Sexy Idea. The ideas Mark and his clients have created are known worldwid...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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1:31:51

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 4 with Simon Fanshawe OBE – "Multi-talented Diversity Champion - Amplifying Voices and Creating Inclusive Environments"
Simon Fanshawe OBE is a renowned diversity consultant, broadcaster, and author. With a passion for promoting inclusivity, he co-founded Diversity by Design, an organization dedicated to helping companies achieve true diversity in their senior l...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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58:07

Baachu Talk FM - Episode 10 - Dr.Craig Knight
Dr. Craig Knight is Founder and Director of Identity Realization Limited (IDR), a commercial organization based in Scotland with strong connections to blue chip industry. Dr Knight retains research links with global universities. Wo...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:06:06

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 3 - Robin DiAngelo – "Breaking Barriers: The Unflinching Crusader Against Racial Injustice"
Dr. Robin DiAngelo is an Affiliate Associate Professor of Education at the University of Washington. In addition, she holds two Honorary Doctorates. She is a two-time winner of the Student’s Choice Award for Educator of the Year at the Universi...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:22:32

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 2 - Yasmin Sheikh – "The Resilient Change Maker: Transforming Accessibility and Diversity in Business"
Yasmin is the Founder of Diverse Matters (https://www.diversematters.org) which seeks the promotion of the values of Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity in organisations. Over 8 years’ experience as a successful and sought-after Executive coach...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:16:41

Baachu Talk Equity Matters Episode 1 - Bari A. Williams – "Trailblazing Tech Visionary: Empowering Equity and Inclusion"
Bärí A. Williams is an attorney and startup advisor and cofounder of The Runda Lab. She currently serves as an advisor to Vera, and fractional GC for Career Karma. Her primary practice areas include emerging technology transactions...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:20:49

Baachu Talk Equity Matters with Baskar Sundaram - Launch Episode
Welcome to Baachu Talk: Equity Matters, the podcast that boldly champions diversity, equity, and inclusion through the power of human stories. Join host Baskar Sundaram, a seasoned entrepreneur and leader, as he guides you through thought-provo...
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Season 3
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3:49

Baachu Talk FM Episode 9 with Nikki Lathbury Part 2
Nicola Lathbury is theMD of Hexagon FM, Recruitment specialists to the Facilities Management sector. Speaker & Chair of Women in FM and Midlands Region for the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM). She is passionat...
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Episode 9
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26:54

Baachu Talk FM Episode 9 with Nikki Lathbury Part 1
Nicola Lathbury is theMD of Hexagon FM, Recruitment specialists to the Facilities Management sector. Speaker & Chair of Women in FM and Midlands Region for the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM). She is passionat...
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Episode 9
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49:08

Baachu Talk FM Episode 8 with Jeremy Campbell Part 2
Jeremy has over 25 years of professional experience FM and Hospitality, working both client side and service provider side across the hospitality, utilities, defence, and energy sectors. He started his FM journey back in the early 1990’s and ha...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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32:18

Baachu Talk FM Episode 8 with Jeremy Campbell Part 1
Jeremy has over 25 years of professional experience FM and Hospitality, working both client side and service provider side across the hospitality, utilities, defence, and energy sectors. He started his FM journey back in the early 1990’s and ha...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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52:17

Baachu Talk FM Episode 7 with Debra Ward Part 2
Debra Ward is a true entrepreneur having led, started and sold several businesses across three continents, starting out at just 16! Currently Debra leads and owns Live Love Learn consulting having just f...
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38:53
