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Conversation with Dr. Keerthi Gogineni on Healthcare

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Dr. Keerthi Gogineni, MD, MSHP is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University. She is dual board-certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology.

Dr. Gogineni sees patients with breast cancer at the Emory Winship Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and at the Grady Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Keerthi directs clinical trials for patients with breast cancer to develop novel treatment approaches. She conducts research to reduce breast cancer disparities and increase access to care. She also serves as the Associate Director of the Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship Program in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology.

We talk to Dr. Keerthi Gogineni about Healthcare. In case you missed it, Do tune – in, today, 20 December, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, on MeraSangeet Gold at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 9:00 PM & 11:00 PM – EST.

In conversation with Dr. Rajiv Bhateja – on US Economy and Business environment

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Dr. Rajiv Bhateja grew up in Bangalore and went on to pursue his undergraduate course – Bachelors of Technology in Civil Engineering, from IIT Bombay. He came to the US in 1978.

He earned an MS and a PhD in Engineering and Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology and UC Berkeley, respectively. Over his career he has worked for 8 startups and a few established companies, retiring as VP of Engineering.

He now runs his own consulting business. In 2018, Rajiv co-founded “They See Blue” to help mobilize South Asians in US politics and help elect Democrats.

On the show, we talk about the US economy and business environment. Do tune in for sure – So, in case you missed this earlier, do tune – in, this Tuesday, 15 December, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, MeraSangeet Gold at 7:00 AM , 11:00 AM , 1:00 PM , 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM , 11:00 PM – EST.

In Conversation with Senator Sheikh Rahman – a Democrat – the first immigrant to serve in the Georgia State Senate

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Senator Sheikh Rahman, a Democrat, is the first immigrant to serve in the Georgia State Senate. Elected in 2018, he represents the 5th Senate District in the heart of Gwinnett — Georgia’s most diverse county.

Sen. Rahman’s story seems to be straight from the movies – and an inspirational one at that. He grew up in Bangladesh, but at age 13, was kidnapped at gunpoint as a prisoner of war during Bangladesh’s fight for independence in 1971.

He moved up from working a dishwasher making $3.35 an hour to pay for his college tuition, to a corporate executive at Pizza Hut, Dominos, and the Kroger Company. He also had a successful career in real estate, and served as an at-large Delegate for his inspiration, Barack Obama in 2012.

He now lives in Lawrenceville with his two children and wife of 26 years.

On the show, we talk about Sen. Rahman’s journey, about the US Senate run-offs coming up on Jan 5th and early voting starting Dec 14th, about split legislature and much more.

So, in case you missed it earlier, do tune-in for the conversation, this Saturday, 12 December, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, MeraSangeet Gold at 7:00 AM , 11:00 AM , 1:00 PM , 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM , 11:00 PM – EST.

In conversation with the founder of Turnout Nation, Mark Mullen, on the Georgia Elections

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Mark Mullen, Founder, Turnout Nation joins in for a wonderful conversation with us.

Originally from Dallas, Texas, Mark Mullen lives in San Francisco. His lifelong work has focused on new ways to build and strengthen communities that value and promote civic engagement.

Turnout Nation is a community of people who take on the responsibility to help people to vote in a clear organized way.

After graduating from Wesleyan University, Connecticut, he lived in Tokyo, Malawi, Palestine and for many years in Tbilisi, Georgia ( near Chechnya). Here, he worked for NDI.org, started Transparency.ge, Orbeliani.net and Radarami.org. 

Mark enjoys swimming, books, taking walks with his kids – Join in the conversation for sure, Saturday, 28 November, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, on MeraSangeet Gold – 7:00AM, 11:00AM, 1:00PM, 3:00PM, 5:00PM,7:00 PM, 9:00 PM, 11:00PM – EST.

In Conversation with Abhi Rahman, Director of Strategic Communications at Texas Democratic Party

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It was great to have a conversation with Abhi Rehman, Director of Strategic Communications at Texas Democratic Party. The conversation revolved around the Party’s take on: Climate change, COVID-19, Black lives matter, Immigration policies and the Economy.

Abhi’s message is loud and clear – Vote!! Do listen in to the entire conversation on MeraSangeet Gold at 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM, 11:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA – 5:00 PM EST

So, our listeners in Texas – if you have an issue or any difficulty while casting your vote, or any concerns – just call 844-TX-VOTES – or visit https://www.texasdemocrats.org/my-texas-votes-2/

Indo-American Arts Council Presents Two-Part Diwali Concert

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IAAC brings you a special two-part Indian Classical music series of four scintillating Ragas and Bhajans to light up your Diwali. Featuring Pt. Jayateerth Mevundi, doyen of the Kirana gharana, a stalwart amongst today’s young classical vocalists aptly described by AR Rahman as “the most electrifying Indian musician of the present era”. Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar calls him “an extremely tuneful singer”. In music circles he is popularly known as the ‘Next Bhimsen Joshi’. His impassioned Abhangas reflect his easy grace and versatility.

Save your dates: November 6 and 13, 2020, 9 PM EDT / 6PM PDT. For more information, visit https://iaac.us/

Talks: Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2020

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In this series, we now bring to you a conversation with Divyaa Unni, an internationally recognized dancer, teacher and choreographer. She was crowned “Kalathilakam” in the annual state-wide youth festival conducted by the Government of Kerala in the year 1990 and 1992. Divyaa’s dance was featured in Doordarshan at the age of 6 and subsequently she presented dance recitals of Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam and folk dances every year from 1987 to 1994. Divyaa, has acted as a female lead in more than 50 movies, including Tamil, Kannada and Telegu movies.

Do listen in to this wonderful conversation with Divyaa Unni, this Saturday, 26 September, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, MeraSangeet Gold at 7:00 AM , 11:00 AM , 1:00 PM , 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM & 11:00 PM.

For more details about the  Indo – American Arts Council’s Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2020, and to get tickets, do visit https://iaac.us/ or https://iaac.us/erasing-borders-dance-festival-2020/.

In conversation with Nagendra Rao, Director at IAGB

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We talk to Nagendra Rao, Director, India Association of Greater Boston – founded in 1962. He talks about the various initiatives and activities being conducted by the organisation at this point in time – towards the India Day Grand Finale on 15 August, 2020.

Nagendra Rao is a Director at IAGB and manages PR and Marketing at IAGB. He lives in Millbury, Mass with his wife and two children. In his full time job he works with Trigent Software as VP of Sales and Marketing.

Tune -in for the conversation, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai on Saturday, 1 August, on MeraSangeet Gold at 7:00 AM , 11:00 AM , 1:00 PM , 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM , 11:00 PM. Also , do visit https://iagb.org/

In Conversation with the well known Indian Film Director, Amar Kaushik

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We talk to the very well known Indian Film Director, Amar Kaushik, about his film Bala, released in India in November, 2019. We also talk to him about his journey – how did filmaking happen, of his growing up days and much more!!

Jio Studios & Maddock Films BALA, directed by Amar Kaushik and starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar & Yami Gautam , has been chosen to be screened at the Lavazza Drive In Film Festival event on 31st July in Toronto, a unique festival meant to overcome the sense of isolation in the most safe environment of a Drive In. This happens to be the only Indian film representing India at this festival as one of the Countries hit by the pandemic together with countries like USA, Brazil, Italy, China, Russia, UK and France.

 Do tune-in for the conversation, today, 30 July, on our Hindi Radio Show, Chat and Chai, on MeraSangeet Gold at 1:00 PM , 3:00 PM , 5:00 PM , 7:00 PM , 9:00 PM , 11:00 PM.

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