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Meet Nikhil Dintakurthi, a seasoned Content Strategist and Podcast Producer with over four years of extensive experience in both Indian and English language podcasting. In the vast podcasting landscape, Nikhil's expertise covers Production, Partnerships, Business Development, Distribution, and Marketing, making him a versatile force in the podcasting value chain.
For Nikhil, a podcast is more than just audio content; it's a compelling story waiting to be heard. Fueled by substance and heart, a well-crafted story has the potential to captivate minds, spark inspiration, and drive tangible change. With Kathanika, his brainchild, Nikhil aspires to unearth and articulate the stories that truly matter in our world.
A dedicated podcast enthusiast, Nikhil has been addicted to podcasts for a long time, producing content that is just as addictive. As he takes us on this auditory journey, he aims to bridge the gap between listeners and readers, recognizing the immense potential in India's booming podcast market. With four crore listeners in 2018 projected to climb to 17.61 crore in 2023 (according to a PwC report), Nikhil is on a mission to nudge us all into the world of podcasts.
Among his successful productions is the UPSC Radio Podcast, now in its fourth season, where Nikhil delves into lesser-known aspects of the Constitution and ambitiously seeks full-length interviews with influential figures like MLCs and DMs to demystify their roles for the public.
Nikhil's podcasting journey began in Mumbai while pursuing a PG Diploma in Advertising from Mumbai University. Behind the scenes at IVM Podcasts, he gained practical experience, laying the foundation for his impressive portfolio of 25 podcasts, nine of which are in Telugu.
Looking ahead, Nikhil is set to be at the forefront of change. He's collaborating on a crime narrative podcast with an independent journalist and exploring the digitization of old books from the 1900s and 1800s into audio, seamlessly transitioning readers into the listeners' bracket. As he hints at a potential new venture to produce all his podcasts, Nikhil Dintakurthi is undoubtedly a driving force shaping the future of podcasting. Join us in this insightful conversation as we explore his journey, experiences, and aspirations in the dynamic world of podcasting! Subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay tuned for this exciting episode!