Human Unicorn Podcast

About Human Unicorn Podcast

"About The Human Unicorn Pod Behind every billion-dollar company is a founder who's been through the wringer-sleepless nights, impossible choices, and moments of sheer insanity. The Human Unicorn Pod takes you behind the scenes, under the hood, and deep into the stories of visionary founders building the next big thing. We don't just celebrate the wins. We uncover the raw, unfiltered realities-the good, the bad, and the outright ugly-of scaling a movement from zero to unicorn. From near-death moments to game-changing breakthroughs, we bring you the unvarnished truth straight from the people who lived it. No fluff. No PR spin. Just the real stories of founders pushing the limits of what's possible. Welcome to The Human Unicorn Pod—where billion-dollar dreams get built."

Publisher

Nihal Mehta

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Apr 2025

Latest episode

20 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Feb 2026

   EP27 Anish Agarwal

   Human Unicorn Pod: Anish Agarwal — Building in the AI-Native Era What does it take to build a company in a world where AI shifts faster than strategy decks can keep up? And how do founders create real leverage when technology lowers the barrier to entry for everyone? Join host Nihal Mehta for a deep dive with Anish Agarwal, founder of Traversal. Anish is building at the frontier of AI infrastructure, thinking deeply about speed, execution, and how small teams can generate outsized impact in an era of exponential tools. In this episode, we explore: Why velocity is the new moat for AI startups The difference between hype-driven AI and durable infrastructure How founders should think about leverage in an AI-native stack Building with clarity when the tech landscape changes weekly The mindset required to stay ahead of compounding innovation What separates breakout companies from fast followers Anish shares candid lessons from operating at the edge of AI transformation—where distribution, product insight, and decision speed matter more than ever. The conversation also unpacks how founders can design companies that compound advantage instead of chasing trends. This is the episode for builders, operators, and investors who want to understand what it really means to create enduring value in the age of AI. 🎙️ Human Unicorn Pod — Where exceptional humans share the stories behind their extraordinary journeys.

2. 

   9 Feb 2026

   EP 26 Tejpaul Bhatia

   🎙 Human Unicorn Podcast Episode: Tejpaul Bhatia — The Most Trusted Man in Space In this episode of Human Unicorn, Nihal Mehta sits down with longtime friend, three-time (now fourth-time) founder, and former CEO of Axiom Space, Tejpaul Bhatia — a man who’s helped take humanity off the planet while staying deeply grounded in community, friendship, and purpose. Nihal and Tej go way back — New York tech, shared investors, shared runs on the West Side Highway, shared wins, shared heartbreaks. What unfolds is not just a conversation about space, startups, or sales — but a rare, honest look at timing, identity, trust, and what it means to do your life’s work. Tej opens up about leaving Axiom at a pivotal moment, the Rangers game conversation that changed everything, and the quiet clarity his wife saw before he did. From there, he breaks down how he helped close hundreds of millions of dollars in space contracts, why he considers himself only a B+ salesperson, and how ecosystem management and strategic narrative became his real superpowers. Along the way, they explore: Why founders often fuse their identity with their startups — and why that’s dangerous How Tej went from Google to space by being the most trusted person in the room The difference between selling a product and mobilizing an entire country Why the secret to magic, success, love, and leadership is… practice What happens when you stop thinking first — and start feeling first This is an episode about serendipity without coincidence, about miracles built over decades, and about learning to face yourself when everything changes. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to sell $100M deals, build trust at a planetary scale, or redefine success after you’ve “made it” — this one’s for you.

3. 

   25 Jan 2026

   EP25 Anjula Acharia

   In this episode of the Human Unicorn Pod, Nihal Mehta sits down with Anjula Acharia, a true Renaissance woman who has left an indelible mark on music, entertainment, and tech investing. From her humble beginnings in drama school in England to becoming a force in Silicon Valley and Hollywood, Anjula's journey is a masterclass in following your instincts and trusting serendipity. Discover how Anjula went from telesales to founding DesiHits—one of the first viral podcasts that revolutionized South Asian fusion music in America. Hear the incredible story of her life-changing six-hour meeting with music legend Jimmy Iovine, and how his mentorship unlocked doors she never imagined possible. Anjula shares the inside story of discovering Priyanka Chopra and orchestrating her historic crossover to American entertainment—from that pivotal ABC drama "Quantico" to becoming a global icon. Learn her secret to spotting talent across tech stars, pop stars, and film stars, and why she believes "you listen with two ears and speak with one mouth." As an early investor in unicorns like ClassPass and Masterclass, Anjula reveals her investment philosophy rooted in listening to cultural conversations and identifying what's next. She discusses her unwavering commitment to advancing South Asian representation globally, the importance of community over competition, and why she refuses to plan her future. This conversation explores themes of cultural identity, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and the power of bringing people together—whether through a Diwali party or a billion-dollar startup. Topics covered: Jimmy Iovine mentorship, Priyanka Chopra's crossover, DesiHits origin story, venture capital investing, South Asian representation, cultural impact, talent recognition, serendipity vs. planning

Who has been a guest on Human Unicorn Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Joe Marchese
• Jerry Colonna
• Kass Lazerow
• Mike Lazerow
• Brian Distelburger

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 12 / 100

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Quality

11

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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