Unlike a Lady

About Unlike a Lady

In a society that tells women to sit, talk, walk & live in a manner it defines as ‘ladylike’- (Un)like a Lady is a podcast celebrating the journey of Indian women for who they are beyond these countless expectations. Through first-hand experiences of empowering women from all walks of life, we wish to understand feminism in India in its true sense & seek inspiration from how women continue to defy the existing gender norms of Indian society. Follow us on social media to reach out or leave a review. Instagram - @unlike_a_lady LinkedIn - Unlike a Lady

Publisher

Devishi Sabharwal

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Aug 2021

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

15 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   S2E2 - Aastha Atray on her many creative pursuits, choosing not to have kids & making the most of her 40s

   Aastha Atray is an award-winning journalist who has explored her creative passions as an author, podcaster and singer along the way - and she’s never really stopped finding new ways to create. In the second episode of Season 2, we talk about Aastha’s life journey, her experiences in journalism and whether gender and personal perspective influence the way stories are told. We also talk about her decision not to have children, why it was never something she regretted or felt the need to reconsider, and the freedom that can come with choosing a life that looks different from what is expected of you. From following her curiosity across different creative pursuits to finding new things to be excited about in your 40s, this is a conversation about making space for different versions of yourself, being honest about what you want, and making the most of the life you’ve chosen. Aastha’s work (Books & Podcasts): The L-word: Love, Lust and Everything In-Between (https://amzn.in/d/0gJ7vfld) Love Aaj Kal (https://open.spotify.com/show/1SW2viiIiTnnKN28QG4Siz?si=sGjAx3dPT_2mMW04uMpPlA&utm_source=copy-link) The L Wrd (https://bingepods.com/podcast/the-l-wrd?utm_source=chatgpt.com) You Got This with Aastha (https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/you-got-this-with-aastha/id1803115016) Aastha’s social handle - @aasthaatray (https://www.instagram.com/aasthaatray?stkn=eGxpZmYyeng2NWZl) Follow our handle (@unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady?stkn=cDgxMWk4bjJpZGIz&utm_source=qr)) for updates on more conversations about women doing things their own way.

2. 

   10 Sept 2026

   S2E1 - Radhika Agrawal on her journey to becoming a bestselling author, navigating the fear of failure & writing women on their own terms

   Radhika Agrawal always knew she wanted to be an author. But what happens when you know exactly where you want to go, and life takes you through a few detours before you get there? In the first episode of Season 2, we talk about her journey from journalism to a stint in the corporate world, what kept her from writing sooner, and how she found her way to the career she had always wanted. We also talk about her bestselling debut Red Flags and Rishtas, her love for the enemies-to-lovers trope, sticking by the genre with her second novel Not Safe for Work, and the accountability with which she writes the women in her stories to live on their own terms. From romance and bollywood to constantly being out there to get your book seen, this is a candid conversation about ambition, confidence, creativity and finding your way to what you always knew you wanted. Radhika’s books: Red Flags and Rishtas : A Desi Rom Com | National Bestseller (https://amzn.in/d/0hUgkCB3) (https://amzn.in/d/0hUgkCB3 (https://amzn.in/d/0hUgkCB3)) Not Safe for Work | An Office Romance (https://www.amazon.in/dp/9373070010?) (https://www.amazon.in/dp/9373070010? (https://www.amazon.in/dp/9373070010?)) Radhika's social handle - @radhika.yellow (https://www.instagram.com/radhika.yellow?igsi=a2puejJzNzdoeDl6) | Not Safe for Work (her latest book) - @notsafeforworkbook (https://www.instagram.com/notsafeforworkbook?igsi=aWRmeGFyMXo0MW1n) Follow our handle (@unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady?igsi=cDgxMWk4bjJpZGIz&utm_source=qr)) for updates on more conversations about women doing things their own way.

3. 

   24 Feb 2022

   Ep 12 - Shruti Sharma on starting Books on the Delhi Metro & coming back to the traditional ways of sustainability

   Shruti Sharma is a millennial who grew up surrounded by the world of books. She went on to take this passion to start a beautiful initiative for more avid readers like her, who wished they could live near a library full of books. Her passion project, 'Books on the Delhi Metro' (BODM) was established in 2017 and is a mobile library where people find books left anywhere in the premises of the Delhi Metro. They take it, read it & return it back on the metro for someone else to pick. Tune in to the episode as we converse with her all about the journey of starting BODM, why reading tends to be a more common habit among females, her team of 'book fairies' who help BODM to reach to more people and more things in life which she is extremely passionate about. Head to the social handles to connect with her & her initiative. Shruti's personal handles: Instagram - @shrutibookfairysharma (https://www.instagram.com/shrutibookfairysharma/?hl=en) | Linkedin - shrutisharma (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrutisharma/) BODM: Instagram - @booksonthedelhimetro (https://www.instagram.com/booksonthedelhimetro/?hl=en) | Linkedin - books-on-the-delhi-metro (https://www.linkedin.com/company/books-on-the-delhi-metro/about/) | Sister page - @theearthbookclub (https://www.instagram.com/theearthbookclub/?hl=en) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

4. 

   1 Feb 2022

   Ep 11 - Chhavi Gupta on cracking IIT-D, IIM-A & why women are natural rebels in a patriarchal society

   Chhavi Gupta is an ambitious & inspiring woman who loves to keep diversity in her life - from working in a startup to mentoring people through their MBA & corporate journey. She completed her engineering from IIT Delhi in 2016 & went on to secure 100 percentile in CAT to pursue an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad two years later. A millennial who refuses to let gender stereotypes get in the way of her ambitions, Chhavi brings forward an insightful perspective of how women should let go of society's expectation to live for others before themselves. From navigating her college years in the top IIT & IIM, to sharing her learnings along the way by becoming a mentor - her words will keep you gripped throughout. She even talks about keeping the same focus on her career post marriage, the need for a share of cognitive load between both genders, and why it is perfectly natural for women to be rebellious and strong headed in a patriarchal society like ours. The episode is a beautiful message to women that they do not need to guilt trip themselves for being ambitious. Whether married or not, it is absolutely okay for a woman to consider herself as a priority. Head to Chhavi's social media handles for insightful tips across cracking CAT, corporate fields post MBA, productivity & more - Linkedin - chhavihere (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chhavihere/) (65K+ followers) | Youtube - ChhaviGupta (https://www.youtube.com/c/ChhaviGupta) (18K subscribers) | Instagram - @chhavihere (https://www.instagram.com/chhavihere/), @askchhavi (https://www.instagram.com/askchhavi/) | Quora - Chhavi-Gupta (https://www.quora.com/profile/Chhavi-Gupta-3) (33K+ followers)| Website - www.chhavihere.com (https://www.chhavihere.com/) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

5. 

   16 Jan 2022

   Ep 10 - Dr. Sonali Ghosh (IFS) on living with nature & why women should join the Forest Services

   Dr. Sonali Ghosh is an Indian Forest Service (IFS) Officer from the batch of 2000-2003, who holds post-graduate degrees in forestry, wildlife science along with a post-graduate diploma in Environmental Law. Born into an Army background, Dr. Sonali travelled frequently and discovered her love for nature from an early age, leading her to eventually join the Civil Services to best contribute towards its conservation. Tune into the conversation for some wonderful stories as told by a woman forest officer - her experiences of working in the remotest areas of the country (specifically the Northeast) and raising her daughter along with the demanding work life in the forests. You will further get to hear her beautiful insights and positive outlook towards life as we talk about the importance of living with nature and about the post-covid world. This episode is a little more two-sided than others as our guest even brought up certain question from her end - answered by me (your host!). Attaching links below with reference to the episode conversation - Contribute to help the family of Ms. Swati Dhumane, Forest Guard who sacrificed her life in line of duty - https://bit.ly/33gxll9 (https://bit.ly/33gxll9) | Support the frontline forest workers at the Thin Green Line Foundation - https://thingreenline.org.au/donate-and-give/ (https://thingreenline.org.au/donate-and-give/) Check out an additional link - 10 Reasons a girl should opt for IFS as a service (https://qr.ae/pG3ZoD)(https://qr.ae/pG3ZoD (https://qr.ae/pG3ZoD)) More about Dr. Sonali Ghosh (featured article) - Meet Indian Forest Service Officer Sonali Ghosh (https://www.sanctuarynaturefoundation.org/article/meet-indian-forest-service-officer-sonali-ghosh) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

6. 

   14 Dec 2021

   Ep 09 - Richa Khurana Singh on career, self-discovery and humanizing the role of a wife & mother

   Richa Khurana Singh (Founder at FreeWheelingLife, which organizes bespoke wellness retreats) is a boss lady who does not shy away from calling out the norms enforced on her, emerging out of each one of them stronger and staying true to herself. After completing her graduation in Economics from the University of Delhi, she started working at the Taj Hotels while pursuing a diploma in Hotel Management. Having worked with most luxury brands in hospitality like Taj and Oberoi, she diverted her career towards travel-based startups & freelancing after becoming a mother of two. Her professional journey does nothing but inspire at every step of the way as she coped with FOMO during her sabbatical from work, left behind the should's in her life and also very candidly spoke about the everyday struggles most working women face as a wife, mother & daughter in-law in our society. This conversation beautifully highlights how her experiences enabled her to discover who she truly is outside of these labels. You can reach out to her on her social handles- Instagram - @freewheelingrich (https://www.instagram.com/freewheelingrich/) | Linkedin - richaksingh (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richaksingh/) FreeWheelingLife's (offering bespoke wellness retreats) handles - Instagram - @freewheelinglife (https://www.instagram.com/free.wheelinglife/) | Facebook - @freewheelinglives (https://www.facebook.com/freewheelinglives) | Website - www.freewheelinglife.in (//www.freewheelinglife.in ) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

7. 

   23 Nov 2021

   Ep 08 - Ar. Shikha Jain on India's cultural heritage & underestimation of women in Architecture

   Ms. Shikha Jain is a globally renowned architect who grew up in the city of Jaipur & is now based in Gurugram. As the founding director at DRONAH (Development and Research Organisation for Nature, Arts & Heritage) she has worked on more than 50 conservation & museum projects across the country. An alumna of the reputed SPA Delhi, her experience in cultural heritage ranges from representations at International World Heritage UNESCO Meetings to writing several papers & articles in International journals & conferences. Tune in as we dive into an extremely enriching conversation - from the minute intricacies of the heritage value attributed to historic sites, to how it is being one of the first few PhD holders in the conservation field, and even personal challenges as a career oriented woman architect. Ms. Shikha rises up to every challenge thrown at her and has beautifully called out the gender norms of society through her journey. The link to the coffee table book edited & recommended by her in the episode is attached below - Incredible Treasures: UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India (https://amzn.to/32nwu18) (https://amzn.to/32nwu18 (https://amzn.to/32nwu18)) You can check out her work through the attached social handles. Linkedin - shikha-jain (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shikha-jain-2726783/)| Instagram - @shikhajaindronah (https://www.instagram.com/shikhajaindronah/) | DRONAH's Website - www.dronah.org (https://www.dronah.org/) | DRONAH's Twitter Handle - @Dronah2 (https://twitter.com/Dronah2) You may sign up to get access to our exclusive interview with Ms. Shikha Jain where she answers the questions of a current architecture student of her alma mater, SPA Delhi - https://forms.gle/cjWAgBZ15hExXjVL6 (https://forms.gle/cjWAgBZ15hExXjVL6) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/79329848/admin/) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

8. 

   9 Nov 2021

   Ep 07 - Õde Studio cofounders on why you should start a business in college & the love for all things stationery

   Aastha Bhansali & Srishti Bajoria are both young female entrepreneurs who recently completed their under graduation in Psychology. Together, they started Õde Studio as sophomores back in 2019 - from stationery products (desk stationery, diaries, planners & more) to providing branding/designing to newly setup and revamped businesses. In a short span, they have built an impressive community of people who love planning & are now also taking up branding projects at a global level. Tune into the episode where we converse with not one but two gen Z guests about everything related to Õde - how they started, expanding to new verticals and the passion with which they continue to build it together every single day. It is a truly insightful yet empowering talk about taking a leap into the male dominated entrepreneurial world where women still struggle to create a place for themselves. Head to the website of Õde Studio to check out their products & place your order (don't forget to use the podcast promo code revealed in the conversation for an exclusive discount) - www.odestudio.in (//www.odestudio.in) Wish to receive the discount code in written for future reference? Fill in this form to receive it in your inbox! (Discount Code - Google Form (https://forms.gle/5DqQTb3EQ4xSxqBf9)) Õde Studio Social Handles - Instagram (@odestudio.in (https://www.instagram.com/odestudio.in/?hl=en)) | Facebook (@odestudio.in (https://www.facebook.com/odestudio.in)) | Linkedin - odestudio (https://www.linkedin.com/company/odestudio) | Email - info@odestudio.in Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady) | Linkedin - unlike-a-lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/79329848/admin/) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

9. 

   19 Oct 2021

   Ep 06 - Neha Karode on her journey as a musician & female representation in the industry

   Neha Karode is a classically trained Indian vocalist, composer as well as lyricist who has made a name for herself in the music industry over the past 4 years. From taking admission in Delhi University on account of her singing to discovering her calling as a musician in Mumbai, she has come a long way. Not to forget, versatility reflects in her work as an artist - from releasing originals based on Classical Indian Ragas to performing peppy tracks as playbacks for Netflix movies and a lot more. Tune into the episode as we converse about music becoming a part of her life, how things work in the industry, her work as a lyricist and even female representation in the area of composing & instrumentals. Whether or not you're a music person, this conversation is surely a wonderful peek into the life of a female artist. Also, stay tuned until the end to catch a glimpse of her beautiful voice as she sings a few lines specially for our podcast listeners! Bandish based originals by Neha Karode on Spotify - Piya Bin (Raga Yaman) (https://open.spotify.com/track/4YywWFs8sY6RTmrG6LtLbS?si=8c156a7634e2473b) | Ja Ja Re Apne Mandirwa (Raga Bhimpalas) (https://open.spotify.com/track/4AF3geobKWZ7vACNVqzap6?si=18a202530f3d45ae) | Laage Lagan (Raga Hansdhwani) (https://open.spotify.com/track/5sgPoPNC3Gi922bLtKrq3U?si=b70e4750ac6c47ea) You can check out Neha Karode's work & follow her on these handles - Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/NehaKarodeMusicianCumFilmmaker/featured) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/artist/4GUWRLqQ58vGlU9aIfC9QN?si=rAo_jg2XSEeXehhlH_RxwA) | Instagram (@nehakarode_music (https://www.instagram.com/nehakarode_music/)) | Facebook (@nehakarode.music (https://www.facebook.com/nehakarode.music)) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/79329848/admin/) | Facebook - @unlikealady.podcast (https://www.facebook.com/unlikealady.podcast/)

10. 

    5 Oct 2021

    Ep 05 - Chikirsha Mohanty on pursuing Odissi & calling out gender bias in the field of Law

    Chikirsha Mohanty is a trained Odissi Classical dancer as well as a practicing Lawyer. She is a student of Padmashree Guru Madhavi Mudgal, and has been actively performing at reputed platforms not just across the country but even at an international level, including the Darbar Festival 2019 in London. Tune into this beautiful episode about Chikirsha's journey as a performing artist and a lawyer, where she talks about balancing both her professions & calls out gender bias across different spheres of her life. Her social handles along with some of her recent dance performances have been linked below- Instagram (@chikirsha (https://www.instagram.com/chikirsha/?hl=en)) | Facebook (@Chikirsha-Mohanty (https://www.facebook.com/Chikirsha-Mohanty-102636618190970)) | Anuvartanam (a series of solo presentations in Odissi) (https://youtu.be/GPf2CDVkT5w) | Oriya Champu (Odissi Abhinaya) (https://youtu.be/wgNkcfpBo8A) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

11. 

    21 Sept 2021

    Ep 04 - Vandana Sabharwal on family & being in the teaching industry for over two decades

    Ms. Vandana Sabharwal is an M.Sc. degree holder in Computer Science with a teaching experience of over two decades. While she was married at an early age of 21, it did not hold her back from growing professionally & pursuing her ambitions. Tune into this very wholesome episode (which I actually recorded for a trial run of the podcast) as we converse about her life growing up, her experiences post marriage which continued to make her more independent; and how it's like being a mother of two sons and then even a third one recently, that is, her lockdown doggo! Vandana Sabharwal's Instagram handle - @vandanasabharwal (https://www.instagram.com/vandanasabharwal/) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

12. 

    6 Sept 2021

    Ep 03 - Dr. Mithee Bhanot on being a Gynecologist & busting myths about Pregnancy, PCOD

    Dr. Mithee Bhanot is a Senior Gynecologist & Obstetrician based out of Noida, with a professional experience of over two decades. From growing up in an army background to pursuing a medical degree from the renowned Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC); tune into this extremely insightful episode where Dr. Mithee has very candidly spoken about her journey in the field of medicine and also shared her expertise on pregnancy as well as the Polycystic Ovarian Disease & Syndrome (or PCOD/PCOS). Head over to the links attached below in order to connect with her. You may also refer to the last link for a more in-depth talk by her on PCOD. Official Facebook Page (@drmitheebhanot (https://www.facebook.com/drmitheebhanot)) | Official Instagram Handle (@dr.mithee.bhanot_clinic (https://www.instagram.com/dr.mithee.bhanot_clinic/?hl=en)) | Apollo Online Doctor Consultation (http://surl.li/abgwc (http://surl.li/abgwc)) | Recorded Live Talk on PCOD (https://bit.ly/3gc3Kwm (https://bit.ly/3gc3Kwm)) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/?hl=en) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

13. 

    24 Aug 2021

    Ep 02 - Amishi Kaushik on winning a beauty pageant & entering the modelling industry

    Amishi Kaushik, winner of the NBT Femina Star 2020 (beauty pageant) is a model and currently an undergraduate student at Delhi University. Tune into this very interesting episode in which Amishi shares the entire journey that led her to enroll for the pageant, being crowned by Tapsee Pannu and her experiences of taking up modelling projects thereafter. We even talk about the stereotypes and misconceptions that society attaches with the field of modelling, behind the scenes of the industry, inclusivity and a lot more. Amishi's Instagram Handle- @amishi.kaushik (https://www.instagram.com/amishi.kaushik/) | NBT Femina Star (beauty pageant) - @nbtfeminastar_ (https://www.instagram.com/nbtfeminastar_/) Follow our social media handle for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

14. 

    10 Aug 2021

    Ep 01 - Nidhi Saini on being a single mother & switching career paths to become a life coach

    Ms. Nidhi Saini is a lady who has constantly upgraded herself and lives life on her own terms. Tune into this extremely inspiring episode where we converse about her decision to step out of a marriage, taking on life as a single mother to a 5 year old; and how these challenges led her to discover her true calling as a life coach - helping people get unstuck with their lives. Even after being raised in a patriarchal setup, she has always openly called out the gender norms of society; and her life is a strong example of living 'unlike a lady'. You can check out all her social media handles linked below- Instagram (@your_essence_withnidhisaini (https://www.instagram.com/your_essence_withnidhisaini/)) | Youtube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBrw9c4N8jLMPKdH2XDhnMQ) | Facebook (@coach.youressence (https://www.facebook.com/coach.youressence/)) | Linkedin Handle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhi-saini2876/) | Website - www.nidhisaini.com (//www.nidhisaini.com) Follow our social media handles for updates on future episodes! Instagram - @unlike_a_lady (https://www.instagram.com/unlike_a_lady/) | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady (https://www.linkedin.com/company/unlike-a-lady) | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady (https://twitter.com/unlike_a_lady)

15. 

    6 Aug 2021

    Trailer - (Un)like a Lady

    Calling out every single time we were asked to do things a certain way because of our gender, (UN)LIKE A LADY is a podcast about women in the Indian society; where a 20 year old converses with women from different generations and spheres of life - celebrating their personal & professional journeys, recalling instances when they encountered gender stereotypes and how they chose to live unlike society's definition of 'ladylike'. Catch a new episode streaming every other Tuesday! You can reach out to us on our social media handles. Instagram - @unlike_a_lady | Linkedin - Unlike a Lady | Twitter - @unlike_a_lady

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