

The Guiding Voice
Naveen Samala & Friends
The Guiding Voice – Empowering Millions, One Conversation at a TimeAsia’s Best Podcast Awardee 2024 (Education Category) & Winner of the CSI Corporate Excellence Award in 2025. Ranked in the Global Top 2.5%.The Guiding Voice (TGV) sparks conversations that simplify success and amplify human potential. We bring the world’s most inspiring leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers together to share practical wisdom that transforms lives and careers.Our mission is bold and clear: to impact millions globally and help create a world driven by knowledge, empathy, and purpose.TGV has been a proud finalist in• HT Smartcast Podmasters Awards 2024• Hubhopper Awards 2022 & 2024Weekly Episodes That Inspire ActionWe publish 1 high‑impact episode every week(Starting March 2026):Transformation ThursdaysPersonality development • Self-help • Leadership • Soft skills • Well-being • Technology trends • Digital transformation • Entrepreneurship • Future of workAt times, we also release powerful weekend specials exploring themes such as:LGBTQ+ support • Sex education • Sanatan culture • Psychedelics • Neurodiversity • ADHD • Body shaming • Infertility • Bold social conversationsEach episode blends entertainment and enlightenment—with rapid-fire questions that delight and a trivia segment that enriches.Global Voices. Timeless Wisdom.Our guests come from every corner of the world, spanning diverse domains and generations.From a 9-year-old world’s youngest storyteller to a 91-year-old novelist, screenwriter, and wordsmith, every voice brings a unique life journey and powerful insights.Grab a copy of our founder and Chief Host Naveen Samala’s latest book, “69 Naked Truths.”Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZNFlipkart: https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKTThe Guiding Voice – In PrintOur remarkable journey and insights from 22 thought leaders are captured in our coffee table book:TGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 1https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXjTGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 2https://amzn.in/d/4yvi7TUThe World’s Only Hexalingual PodcastAvailable in English, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati & HindiOver 1150+ episodes featuring 1000+ global speakers.Listen in your language:Telugu: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4IHindi: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3Kannada: https://open.spotify.com/show/1u5NG4fWh6ONx0iwK8ASQKMarathi: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ALOHyCSlYTlyRshMFVGDSGujarati: https://open.spotify.com/show/64xdL9hR9Ncq4C03covw0xAlso Tune into Naveen’s TEDx talk “Persistence of 1,610 Days and Beyond” highlights his journey of unwavering consistency and the life-changing power of small, persistent steps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOVImd72HRQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 11, 2021 • 39min
Glimpse into 40 years of IT professional journey of an #iconic and #legendary #leader | Shakti Sagar | TGV Episode #150 | #TGV150
Shakti’s Insights:Summary of Professional Journey – major milestones in his careerIs education linked to career growth?Top 3 things that contributed to career GROWTHTIPS ABOUT PEOPLE MANAGEMENT, MANAGING UPWARDS, DOWNWARDS AND PEERSTHINGS EVERY professional must do to grow in their careerTHINGS EVERY professional must NOT do to grow in their careerWitty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers and LIVESTrivia about googleAbout Shakti Sagar:He has Forty years of cross-functional experience in the Office Automation & IT/Information Technology Enabled Services industry.Someone who set-up the first American SDC in Hyderabad in 1987. This is the leader who set up organizations like Intergraph India (1987-1996), D.E. Shaw India (1996-1999) & ADP India (1999-Jan 2016 ).One of the founding leaders of the Hyderabad IT industry. Recognized by everyone as a visionary & thought leader.He is passionate about creating the right Life - Life balance, strong believer in the Internet of Teams. Normally referred to as a revolutionary for ground-breaking approach to leadership & strategy.He has received numerous Recognitions by various renowned industry bodies and forums likeThe 'Game Changer' CEO of the Year 2013” - Society for Human Resource Management India“The Super Boss of the Year Award” – BPO/ITes industry at Corporate Excellence Awards 2014 by World HRD CongressIn addition to the Senior leadership positions, he held as part of his day job, he has also contributed to various industry forums and associated with NASSCOM, HYSEA, AMCHAM etc.Role in industry forums:Past First National Chair of NASSCOM GIC (Global In-house Centers) CouncilPast President of HYSEA (the Hyderabad Software Exporter’s Association)Past President of the Hyderabad Chapter of (AMCHAM) the American Chamber Of Commerce Shakti’s Insights:Summary of Professional Journey – major milestones in his careerIs education linked to career growth?Top 3 things that contributed to career GROWTHAPPLYING DESIGN THINKING PRINCIPLESTIPS ABOUT PEOPLE MANAGEMENT, MANAGING UPWARDS, DOWNWARDS AND PEERSTHINGS EVERY professional must do to grow in their careerTHINGS EVERY professional must NOT do to grow in their careerWitty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers and LIVESTrivia about googleConnect with Shakti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shakti-sagar-820699120/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net #careerchange, #careerguidance, #problemsolving, #careerplanning #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 2021 • 14min
DESIGN THINKING BASICS | ARKADIP BASU | TGV Episode #149
He is known for simplifying complexity A software engineer with experience & expertise in Analytics and automation scripting He is passionate about machine intelligence and human behaviour analytics He is pursuing M.Tech degree from Indian Institute of Science and also earned certification in Human Centered Design 201: from IDEO(world renowned organization for Design Thinking) Arkadip is currently associated as Automation Engineer with a major international retail giant Let us know more about his career journey and also get his insights on Design ThinkingArkadip’s Insights:Summary of Professional JourneyDESIGN THINKING IN GENERALHOW DESIGN THINKING HELPS TECH PROFESSIONALSAPPLYING DESIGN THINKING PRINCIPLESEVOLUATION OF DESIGN THINKINGHOW TO LEARN LATEST TECHNOLOGIES?Witty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers and LIVESTrivia about FACEBOOKConnect with Arkadip on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arkadipbasu/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.netExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 2021 • 40min
ALL ABOUT MBA | RAVIKUMAR PEESAPATI | TGV Episode #148
He is an accomplished professional with two and half decades of multi-functional-combined-experience. He, earlier served in various roles and responsibilities across the verticals and climbed the career ladder. He is currently serving as a Vice President - Corporate Affairs at RA CHEM PHARMA LIMITED. He has been instrumental in conferring the Global HRD`s "OVERALL OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE [Mfg Sector] AWARD-2019" to the RA CHEM PHARMA LIMITED. He has been conferred with the HMA`s “MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2007” instituted by NATCO PHARMA LTD. He has been conferred with the BEST YOUNG MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2005 instituted by the ITC BHADRACHALAM PAPER BOARDS LTD. Received few other Awards, Rewards and Recognitions of repute. In today’s episode, we will know more about RaviKumar Peesapati’s Career journey insights about MBA Unleashed. RAVI is a Post Graduate in MBA [Mktg.,], MA [Pub. Admn.,] from Acharya Nagarjuna University Campus College with a basic degree in Bachelor of Arts in addition to LL.B. from OU PRR Law College. He is currently an external part-time Research Scholar at OU Campus Hyd. to pursue the Doctorate of Philosophy [Ph.D.] in Marketing Management. RK’s TIPS & Insights:Summary of RK’s Professional JourneyWhy management education is important?MBA vs PGDM – what’s the difference?MBA specializations and suitabilityResearch options in Management streamImportance of contributing to CSR activitiesWitty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers and LIVESTrivia about Sun Microsystems CEOConnect with R K PEESAPATI on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-kumar-peesapati-02a11742/ Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#mba, #management, #pgdm, #csr, #hma, #aicte, #managementresearch, #careerguidance, #problemsolving, #careerplanning, #salary, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 2021 • 37min
Future SKILLS and FUTURE OF WORK | In conversation with Vijay (K) Banda | TGV Episode#147 (Special Premiere)
He has over 25+ years of rich insightful years of experience with a progressive career in Information Technology working at various Fortune 100 clients across the Globe covering Government, State, Health Care, Auto, Pharmaceutical, Telecom and Retail verticals and touching end to end solutions.He has in-depth knowledge in Security, Cloud and Oracle Technologies and ITSM framework.Is he an author, mentor and a speakerHe is working as a senior director with a renowned microprocessor companyHe is passionate and speaks avidly on Future skillsHe is Vijay Banda, lets learn about his career journey and more about his favorite topic Future skills and future of workVijay’s Insights:Vijay’s CAREER JOURNEY IN BRIEF and TOP 3 things that contributed to his current positionWhat are the FUTURE skills?About his book: Skill Up India: 4 Mantras for Future Skill Readiness.what are the basic foundational skills for better employment opportunities?In these dynamic times where everything is fragile and short lived, What does it take to be relevant for a long term career?Witty Answers to Rapid Fire questionsOne piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careersTrivia about internetConnect with Vijay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijaybanda/Visit his site: http://yesmentor.orgBuy Vijay K Banda’s book (Skill Up India – 4 mantras for future skill readiness) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.in/Skill-Up-India-Mantras-Readiness/dp/8194714249/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=skillup+india+vijay&qid=1632390667&qsid=258-7692265-5726667&sr=8-1&sres=8194714249%2C8172234988%2CB08HXC4V3G%2CB01K32T4GU%2CB09B16L2Z6%2CB07TPL8WN9%2CB08SR9XJWS%2CB07TPM35WW%2CB07TJ71H56%2C8174506519%2C8188695106%2CB07FB3YNXS%2CB06XQJBG4S%2CB07TNJCXNF%2CB07TMLQ9LG%2CB07TJCZXDRHere is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#futureofwork, #futureskills, #skillupindia, #careerchange, #careerguidance, #problemsolving, #careerplanning, #salary, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2021 • 13min
Working for Startups demystified | Sanjeev Tripathi | TGV Episode #146
Sanjeev is a Machine Learning Engineer who has worked in startups throughout his career. He has worked in domains of Data Engineering, Computer Vision and Speech Processing. Currently he is leading AI practices at FIS Clouds which is a cloud transformation startup based out of Hyderabad.Sanjeev’s Insights:Sanjeev’s CAREER JOURNEY IN BRIEFWhy he joined startups 😊Things that he likes and dislikes most about startupsChallenges working for startupsAdvise to those aspiring to work for startups?Witty Answers to Rapid Fire questionsOne piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careersTrivia about EmojisConnect with Sanjeev on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjeev309/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#startups, #workingforstartups, #startup, #careerchange, #founderstories, #careerguidance, #problemsolving, #careerplanning, #salary, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 2021 • 35min
Should you pursue a career trajectory? | NIMISH GOYAL | TGV Episode #145
A mechanical engineer by degree, an operations manager by work experience, a business analyst by choice and an entrepreneur at heart, Nimish had done justice to each of his roles. In his college time he designed EVs solving problems for the environment, now he is solving problems for the artists. His newest venture HTTP://BookThatStudio.com helps content creators by providing them quality spaces for their content creation.NIMISH’S TIPS:Nimish’s CAREER JOURNEY IN BRIEFInteresting things that he does during his rare free time – thinking about solutions to problems like overflowing sauce plan while making teaHis thoughts around how to outstrip failuresCareer Trajectory in general and Nimish’s trajectoryWhat is important to think about before making a career change?How CTC affects your career?Witty Answers to Rapid Fire questionsTrivia about QR CodesConnect with NIMISH on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nimish-goyal/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#careertrajectory, #founderstories, #startups, #careerguidance, #problemsolving, #careerplanning, #salary, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 2021 • 37min
CREATING A product VISION and finding the PRODUCT MARKET FIT | ANAND C R | TGV Episode #144
ANAND HELPS STARTUPS come up with a product market strategy.ANAND’S TIPS:ANAND’S CAREER JOURNEY IN BRIEF, HIS STARTUP AND HOW HE HELPS ON PRODUCT STRATEGY?DESIGN THINKING in a NUTSHELLLEAN STARTUP DEFINITIONHOW LEAN STATRUP AND DESIGN THINKING HELPS ENTREPRENEURS AND INTRAPRENEURSHOW TO CREATE A PRODUCT VISIONFINDING THE PRODUCT MARKET FITMENT?EXAMPLES OF GREAT COMPANIES WHO DID WELL ON ABOVE TOPICSWitty Answers to Rapid Fire questionsTrivia about CD RECORDERConnect with ANAND on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cranand/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#PMF, #PRODUCTVISION, #PRODUCTMARKETFIT, #STARTUP, #PRODUCTSTRATEGY, #DESIGNTHINKING, #LEANSTARTUP, #SOCIALINFLUENCER, #author, #careerplanning, #influencer, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 2021 • 43min
ELEVATING YOUR LINKEDIN PRESENCE | SHALAKA KULKARNI | TGV Episode #143
She is a creative writer, artist, TEDx speaker, global marketing communications and branding professional. She has been passionate about writing since 8, and her first book Orenda stands taller as a milestone, starting her literary journey as an author. She has been honored with the Women Disruptors Award this year for driving excellence in branding She has a Masters in marketing and an advanced certification in neuromarketing. Shalaka Kulkarni strongly believes in the spirit of giving back and has been associated with a couple of volunteering initiatives.SHALAKA’S TIPS:HER CAREER JOURNEY IN BRIEFIMPORTANCE of LinkedIn profile these daysHow LinkedIn helped Shalaka in getting a few opportunities?What does a good LI profile contain?What should not be put on your profile?How to leverage your LI network?Witty Answers to Rapid Fire questionsTrivia about Floppy DiskConnect with SHALAKA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalakulkarni/Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊 Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Orvisit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or question Do not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media: http://www.theguidingvoice.net#WOMENDISRUPTOR, #LINKEDINPRESENCE, #LINKEDININFLUENCER, #SOCIALMEDIAPRESENCE, #SOCIALINFLUENCER, #author, #careerplanning, #influencer, #growth, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2021 • 22min
RISING FROM A CALL CENTER EXECUTIVE TO INDIA MD | RAVI MOTWANI | TGV Episode #142
Ravi Motwani is currently working as Vice President & India MD at Sincro, an Ansira company. Sincro is a leading provider of local marketing services and technologies for automotive clients in North America. Ravi is joining the show in his personal capacity and his views are personal too.Ravi is a passionate Operations and Strategy leader with 20+ years of diverse experience in leadership, organization development and client management roles. Proven track record of building highly motivated teams that have consistently overachieved its customer commitments. He also loves Coaching and Mentoring.In this episode #142, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla interacted with RAVIRAVI’S INSIGHTS:RAVI’S CAREER JOURNEY, BECOMING INDIA MD IN 20 YEARSKEY LEARNINGS IN HIS CAREERRAVI’S SUCCESS MANTRALEADERSHIP ADVICE TO ASPIRING LEADERSBEING AN ENERGETIC LEADERHIS BELIEF “INVESTING IN PEOPLE AND RELATIONSHIPS”ABOUT SINCRO COMPANYFUTURE OF CAR BUYING EXPERIENCEOPINION ABOUT INDIAN AUTO INDUSTRYROLE MODEL IN DEALING WITH FAILUREWitty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make big in their careersTrivia about FIRST MACINTOSH COMPUTEREnjoy the episode!Connect with RAVI on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-g-motwani-2301559/Dear #TGV Audience…Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Or visit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or questionDo not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:http://www.theguidingvoice.net#LEADERSHIP, #CALLCENTER, #SINCRO, #AUTOINDUSTRY, #DIGITALMARKETING, #CARBUYING, #DIGITAL, #MANAGINGDIRECTOR, #GLOBALCXO, #SUCCESS, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2021 • 21min
IT IS OKAY TO FAIL! | KRISHNA CHAITANYA | TGV Episode #141
He is a Postgraduate in Physics from IIT Kanpur. He is a data scientist with a keen interest in creating data-driven organizations. He is currently working on helping companies use data to create products that serve humanity at large. His interests are philosophy and practical Vedanta.He is Krishna Chaitanya...a person who dealt with very serious things in life and fought back with pride…let us learn from his journey and also get his insights on how it is okay to fail!!In this episode #141, the hosts Naveen Samala & Sudhakar Nagandla interacted with KRISHNA CHAITANYACHARUDATTA’S & Tips:KRISHNA CHAITANYA’S CAREER JOURNEYFAILURE IN GENERAL AND WHY PEOPLE ARE AFRAID ABOUT IT?CORE SELF DEFINITIONIs it really true that whatever we plan or execute, we fail?How can you say that our brain takes a lot of time to train?What was HIS reaction when HE failed for the first time?How did HE overcome failure and what did you learn from it?ADVISE TO SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTSWHAT HE LEARNT FROM FAILUREROLE MODEL IN DEALING WITH FAILUREWitty answers to rapid-fire questions1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make big in their careersTrivia about DESKTOP WALLPAPERSEnjoy the episode!Connect with KRISHNA CHAITANYA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kkchaitu27/Dear #TGV Audience…Here is a chance to broadcast yourself 😊Just voice record your questions and WhatsApp us the audio file (on India number +91 9494 587 187), we will play your question along with our answer in future episodes!Or visit http://speakpipe.com/TheGuidingVoice and record your message or questionDo not forget to share your suggestions or feedback at theguidingvoice4u@gmail.com or by messaging at +91 9494 587 187 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and also, follow The Guiding Voice on Social Media:http://www.theguidingvoice.net#FAILURE, #FAILTOSUCCEED, #SUCCESS, #career, #leadership, #careergrowth, #tgv, #theguidingvoice, #naveensamala Explore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


