• Bhushan Akshikar’s Inspiring Journey to MD of GSK India | 100 Years of GSK | Pills in a Pod
    Aug 7 2025

    In this special episode, we sit down with Mr. Bhushan Akshikar, the Managing Director of GSK India, to explore his inspiring journey From starting small to leading one of the world’s most respected pharma companies...🎯 What’s Inside the Episode:- Bhushan Akshikar’s leadership journey and lessons- GSK’s remarkable 100-year legacy in India- Insights on GSK’s impact in the vaccine sector- How GSK is driving disease awareness, healthy living & healthy aging- Why the Indian pharmaceutical industry is a global powerhouse- The powerful fact: “Every 3rd or 4th pill sold in the US or UK is made in India”- This conversation is a must-watch for professionals, students, and healthcare leaders who believe in innovation, impact, and global health.🔔 Don’t forget to follow to our channel for more deep-dive conversations from the pharma and healthcare world.

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    34 mins
  • Decoding India’s Nutraceutical Industry ft. Sanjaya Mariwala | #PillsinaPod
    Aug 7 2025

    In this power-packed episode of Pills in a Pod, we sit down with Sanjaya Mariwala, Executive Chairman and Managing Director of OmniActive Health Technologies, to uncover the fascinating journey of building a nutraceutical empire from the ground up. From the early days of entrepreneurship to pioneering the B2B and B2C nutraceutical space, Sanjaya shares his vision, grit, and insights into a fast-evolving industry that sits at the intersection of health, science, and innovation.🎙️ What’s Inside:- The origins of OmniActive Health- Why nutraceuticals are the next frontier in preventive healthcare- Sanjaya’s entrepreneurial journey and early influences- Challenges and opportunities in the global B2B and B2C health space- Insights into India’s growing role in the nutraceutical industry📌 Whether you're a healthcare enthusiast, a pharma professional, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers invaluable lessons and deep perspectives on a rapidly growing industry.📢 Follow to Pills in a Pod for more powerful conversations with leaders transforming healthcare and pharmaceuticals in India.

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    49 mins
  • From Humble Beginnings to Pharma Leadership | Jawed Zia on Growth & Success | Pills in a Pod
    Aug 7 2025

    🎙️What does true growth look like—from a personal journey to scaling organizations? In this inspiring episode of Pills in a Pod, we sit down with Jawed Zia, a seasoned pharma leader, who shares his incredible story—from his early school days to becoming the CEO of top pharmaceutical companies.🔥 Learn how Jawed’s grit, curiosity, and vision shaped not only his career but also helped organizations thrive under his leadership. This episode is a masterclass of transformational leadership.💼 This conversation is packed with insight and inspiration.

    🔔 Follow Pills in a Pod for more candid conversations with India’s top pharma minds.

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    27 mins
  • The Pharma Leadership Pill: Rehan Khan on Building Brands & Leading Global Healthcare
    Apr 14 2025

    What does it take to lead across continents and cultures in one of the world’s most critical industries?

    In this episode of Pills in a Pod, Rehan A. Khan, Managing Director of MSD India, shares his journey from growing up in India to leading in Europe and the Middle East. He opens up about the values that shaped his leadership, the challenges of building healthcare brands, and how collaboration—not heroism—creates lasting impact.

    You’ll also hear his take on:

    • Making decisions that impact lives and bottom lines

    • Lessons from global pharma experiences

    • Building trust, teams, and purpose-driven brands

    • Five powerful life philosophies that guide his leadership

    Tune in for an inspiring, real-world conversation on leadership, impact, and purpose in the healthcare industry.

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    51 mins
  • CSR in the Pharmaceutical Industry: A Conversation with Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala #PillsinaPod
    Apr 4 2025

    The Good Side of Pharma" – Discover the innovations, leadership, and global impact of the pharmaceutical industry in this insightful conversation with Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala!


    🔹 What’s inside this episode?
    ✅ The vision of Wockhardt & its leadership in macrobiotic research
    ✅ Breakthroughs in vaccine innovation
    ✅ The real story behind the name ‘Wockhardt’
    ✅ Global Peace Summit 2025 (Dubai) – A global event with 70+ speakers
    ✅ The World Peacekeepers Movement – 1.8M+ strong for a peaceful world!


    🎤 Hosted by Aleem Merchant, this Pills in a Pod episode is packed with industry insights, leadership lessons, and future healthcare trends!

    🔔 Follow to ‘Pills in a Pod’ for more exclusive insights!

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    27 mins