At The BRIM
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Welcome to At The Brim - Brewing Reflections & Inspirations Movement. Hosted by Gayathri Prakash, this podcast is a space for stories that stir, mindset’s that matter and reflections that lead to actions.
From successful entrepreneurs to changemakers each guest reveals how they think, choose and grow with insights you can apply to your own path.
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How to make politics a viable career choice? And much more with MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian
Last episode of Season 2 - -
Featuring: MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian, South Chennai
What does it really take to choose politics consciously and courageously?
How does a leader think, decide, prioritise, and hold space for millions?
In this episode, MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian brings a depth of clarity and warmth that shows us the human side of political life. Her articulation, her emotional groundedness, and her instinctive empathy make this conversation one of the most meaningful ones of the season.
We explore:
• How political families naturally train the next generation, just like business families do
• Why politics must be seen as a viable, meaningful career path for those willing to serve
• The discipline behind prioritising constituency needs
• The balance between public responsibility and personal life
• The role of education – and why sensibility, empathy, and perspective often matter more than degrees
• How ideologies become both the starting point and the compass that carries a leader through public life
• Her deep love for the Tamil language, expressed with pride but without diminishing any other language – a rare and graceful balance
One of the most revealing moments in this episode is her Personality Decode.
It reflects the emotional intelligence, empathy, and mental endurance that politics quietly demands. Her ability to listen, her clarity of thought, and her sensitivity towards people’s lived realities give us a true insight into what responsible political leadership looks like today.
This episode goes beyond politics.
It gives you a window into the person behind the role – the values, the upbringing, the grounding, and the steady conviction.
Watch Episode 10 to understand politics through a lens of sensibility, empathy, and honesty.
🎙 Full episode on our YouTube - At The BRIM (https://youtu.be/90VFRvw8jpo?si=nNNKXP1rqSLOOK71)
Thank you ! I hope today’s episode brought you closer to seeing yourself and the world around you with a little more clarity, love, and empathy. If something spoke to you today, —share it with someone who might need that same insight. And remember, the journey of self-acceptance and mindful thinking continues. Let’s keep the conversation going—find me on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, or YouTube, and let me know what’s on your mind. Until next time, stay kind to yourself and keep growing
