Episodes

  • How Airtel Payments Bank is Bridging India’s Financial Gap

    How Airtel Payments Bank is Bridging India’s Financial Gap
    May 30 2025
    In a country as vast and diverse as India, banking isn't just about branches — it's about access. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, we’re joined by Ganesh Ananthanarayanan, COO of ‪@AirtelPaymentsBankIN‬ to explore how technology is not only transforming the way we pay but also expanding who gets to participate in the financial system. With India’s digital transactions set to triple by FY2029, we discuss how Airtel Payments Bank is using its 500,000+ banking points, business correspondent networks, and doorstep banking to bridge financial gaps — especially in rural areas. Ganesh also shares real-life stories from the ground, the role of digital finance in empowering women, and what the future holds for inclusive banking in India. Listen to know more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Why do you need to be aware of behavioral biases?

    Why do you need to be aware of behavioral biases?
    May 19 2025
    How our tendency to react to stock market movements in a certain way has a bearing on our investment decisions and investment outcomes. In today's episode, we are in conversation with Karthick CS, co-founder of Knowise, to talk more about it.
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    18 mins
  • Why parents need to be financially ready for child's education?

    Why parents need to be financially ready for child's education?
    Apr 21 2025
    The cost of education is much higher than even before. And if you are a new parent, the costs will only go up from here, with high education inflation. In today's episode, we are in conversation with Sunita Satapathy, director of Glosome Wealthx, on why parents need to be financially prepared for their child's education and how they should go about it.
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    12 mins
  • Term insurance simplified! Yes, self-employed can get it

    Term insurance simplified! Yes, self-employed can get it
    Apr 9 2025
    Bandhan Life is among a very few life insurance companies which sell a higher number of term insurance plans than ULIPs or traditional policies. They sell term plans to self-employed too. In an interview with Mint, Satishwar B, Managing Director and CEO, Bandhan Life, sheds light on difference between term and other life insurance products and how to expand its coverage for better protection of Indian families.
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    32 mins
  • Is there more glitter to gold’s rally?

    Is there more glitter to gold’s rally?
    Apr 2 2025
    Gold prices have seen a strong rally over the past two years, delivering 20% annualized returns. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we quiz Vikram Dhawan, head of commodities and fund Manager at Nippon India Mutual Fund, on how he thinks investors should allocate to gold right now.
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    14 mins
  • How you can buy more shares than your capital

    How you can buy more shares than your capital
    Mar 19 2025
    Margin trading facility (MTF) allows you to borrow funds from your broker to buy more shares than what your capital would allow. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are in conversation with Ashish Nanda, president and digital business head at Kotak Securities, to tell us more about it.
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    19 mins
  • Can Rs 250 SIP mutual fund share in Indian households' savings?

    Can Rs 250 SIP mutual fund share in Indian households' savings?
    Mar 10 2025
    Mutual funds just make for little over 8% of Indian households' savings. Can Sebi's proposed low-ticket SIPs increase the mutual fund penetration. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, I am joined by Anthony Heredia, CEO of Mahindra Manulife, to talk more about this.
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    15 mins
  • 3 W's of Life Insurance: Why, What, and When

    3 W's of Life Insurance: Why, What, and When
    Feb 21 2025
    Life insurance is often overlooked in financial planning, yet it plays a crucial role in securing our future. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Radhika Makker sits down with Mohit Garg, Chief Strategy Officer at PNB MetLife, to break down the importance of life insurance, its different types, and how to choose the right plan for every life stage. From common misconceptions to evolving insurance solutions, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about protecting yourself and your loved ones.
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    25 mins
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