PM Modi Makes Podcast Debut With Zerodha Co-Founder Nikhil Kamath, Reflects on Life and Leadership

In a candid and engaging two-hour conversation on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath's People by WTF podcast series, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his podcast debut, offering a rare glimpse into his personal life, challenges, and leadership journey. The podcast featured anecdotes about his childhood, education, early political career, and reflections on handling setbacks and stress.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his dynamic leadership and oratory, ventured into the podcasting world with an insightful two-hour conversation hosted by Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, on the People by WTF series. Addressing a broad range of topics, PM Modi shared heartfelt anecdotes about his formative years, policy-making, and how he copes with the pressures of leadership.

Early in the podcast, Mr. Kamath expressed nervousness about his Hindi skills, jokingly referring to his "bad Hindi" due to his upbringing in Karnataka. "Sir, please forgive me if my Hindi is not good. I grew up in Bangalore and Mysuru, where Kannada is the primary language. I learned Hindi in school but am not fluent," he admitted.

In a reassuring tone, PM Modi replied, "Hum dono ki aise hi chalegi" (We will manage together like this). The Prime Minister even shared that he, too, was nervous about the conversation, as it was his first podcast appearance. "I am sitting here in front of you and talking, I feel nervous. It’s a tough conversation for me. I don’t know how it’ll go with your audience," PM Modi remarked candidly.

During the episode, PM Modi highlighted key moments from his life, including his childhood responsibilities and how they shaped him. "I used to wash the clothes of all my family members. Because of that, I was allowed to go to the pond," he recounted.

Reflecting on leadership, he admitted to making mistakes, saying, "Mistakes happen, and I too can make some. I am also a human, not God."

The podcast also explored themes like stress management, setbacks in governance, and policy decisions, showcasing the Prime Minister’s introspective side.

The trailer for the podcast was shared by PM Modi himself on X (formerly Twitter). "I hope you all enjoy this as much as we enjoyed creating it for you!" he wrote, generating significant buzz among netizens.

The episode offers an intimate portrait of PM Modi, blending humor, humility, and valuable life lessons, making it a must-listen for people across all walks of life.