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TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING

Abhay Dandekar

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led show focused on South Asian and global Indian identity, culture, entrepreneurship, media, and the arts, with recurring conversations featuring accomplished founders, journalists, artists, filmmakers, and social-impact leaders. PR agencies could credibly pitch established South Asian or diaspora entrepreneurs, authors, award-winning creatives, independent media founders, and accessibility or education advocates; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally have substantial professional achievements but are not uniformly household-name celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 330

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.1k subscribers

Instagram: 3.1k followers

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Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@abhaydandekar.com

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Host

Abhay Dandekar - Host and interviewer leading informal, informative conversations about South Asian communities, culture, confidence, identity, entrepreneurship, media, and creative work.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Established South Asian or diaspora professionals with significant accomplishments in entrepreneurship, journalism, film, visual arts, education, accessibility, or social impact. Strong candidates typically bring recognized leadership, notable creative or professional work, a book or major project, meaningful community impact, or a distinctive personal journey.
Required Achievements:  
Founding or leading a notable company, nonprofit, or media platform, Building or exiting multiple ventures, Publishing a recognized book, Winning major professional or creative awards, Creating influential work in film, art, journalism, education, or accessibility

Recent Guest Discussions

Abhay Sehgal - Contemporary Surreal Art, Nostalgia, Memory, Modern Indian Identity, Creative Risk, Accessibility In Fine Art, And The Relationship Between Art And Diaspora Audiences.

Shireen Hafeez - Deaf And Hard-of-hearing Youth, Coding And STEM Education, Accessibility, AI Literacy, Disability Inclusion, Cultural Stigma, And Community-led Design.

Priyanshi Sharma - Independent Journalism, Fact-based Digital News, Misinformation, Algorithmic Polarization, Journalism's Relationship To Activism, And Connecting The Indian Diaspora To Ground-level Reporting.

Kashyap Deorah - Startup Exits, Venture Capital, Management Buybacks, Ai-native Companies, Technology Leadership, Empathy, And The Indian Technology Ecosystem.

Aditya Suhas Jambhale - Filmmaking, Creative Independence, Directing, Emotional Storytelling, Cinema, Resilience, And The Responsibility Of Artists.

Recent Topics

Society, South Asian Diaspora, Entrepreneurship, Journalism, Film

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Arun Paul on Redefining Senior Living for the Diaspora

October 13, 2026

"This third stage of life I do believe is when we're at our highest levels... peak powers. You always believe that the best is ahead." — Arun PaulHow do we gracefully care for our aging parents without stripping away their community, serendipity, and human connection? For the South Asian diaspora, traditional joint-family models are colliding with the individualistic, suburban realities of American life—leading to a public health crisis of loneliness.In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'...

Sujan Sarkar On Modern Indian Cuisine & Michelin Stars

October 06, 2026

How do you take traditional regional Indian flavors—from Kolkata street food memories to comfort dishes like Khichdi—and reimagine them for global fine-dining spaces without losing their cultural soul?In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, host Dr. Abhay Dandekar sits down with Chef Sujan Sarkar, the Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur behind Indienne (Chicago & New York), Baar Baar (LA), Tiya (San Francisco), Nadu and Swadesi Cafe (Chicago) and several others.Chef Sujan op...

Dr. Apurva Bhatt on Youth Mental Health & Breaking Diaspora Stigma

September 29, 2026

How do we break the silence around youth mental health in South Asian and Indian American communities? Why do so many high-achieving youth suffer from internal burnout, and how can parents identify subtle warning signs before a situation becomes a crisis?In this vital episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, host Dr. Abhay Dandekar sits down with Dr. Apurva Bhatt, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist at Stanford Medicine. Dr. Bhatt specializes in early identification of psychosis, su...

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How do I get in touch with TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING?

TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING is hosted by Abhay Dandekar. Its publicly listed email is info@abhaydandekar.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING?

The publicly listed email for TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING: info@abhaydandekar.com.

How many listeners does TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING have?

Podseeker estimates TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING?

TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established South Asian or diaspora professionals with significant accomplishments in entrepreneurship, journalism, film, visual arts, education, accessibility, or social impact. Strong candidates typically bring recognized leadership, notable creative or professional work, a book or major project, meaningful community impact, or a distinctive personal journey. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading a notable company, nonprofit, or media platform; Building or exiting multiple ventures; Publishing a recognized book. Recent guests include Abhay Sehgal, Shireen Hafeez, and Priyanshi Sharma.

How hard is it to get booked on TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING cover?

Recent episodes cover Society, South Asian Diaspora, Entrepreneurship, Journalism, and Film. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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