The Guiding Voice
The Guiding Voice – Empowering Millions, One Conversation at a Time Asia’s Best Podcast Awardee 2024 (Education Category) & Winner of the CSI Corporate Excellence Award in 2025. Ranked in the Global Top 2.5%. The Guiding Voice (TGV) sparks conversations that simplify success and amplify human potential. We bring the world’s most inspiring leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers together to share practical wisdom that transforms lives and careers. Our mission is bold and clear: to impact millions globally and help create a world driven by knowledge, empathy, and purpose. TGV has been a proud finalist in • HT Smartcast Podmasters Awards 2024 • Hubhopper Awards 2022 & 2024 Weekly Episodes That Inspire Action We publish 1 high‑impact episode every week(Starting March 2026): Transformation Thursdays Personality development • Self-help • Leadership • Soft skills • Well-being • Technology trends • Digital transformation • Entrepreneurship • Future of work At times, we also release powerful weekend specials exploring themes such as: LGBTQ+ support • Sex education • Sanatan culture • Psychedelics • Neurodiversity • ADHD • Body shaming • Infertility • Bold social conversations Each episode blends entertainment and enlightenment—with rapid-fire questions that delight and a trivia segment that enriches. Global Voices. Timeless Wisdom. Our guests come from every corner of the world, spanning diverse domains and generations. From a 9-year-old world’s youngest storyteller to a 91-year-old novelist, screenwriter, and wordsmith, every voice brings a unique life journey and powerful insights. Grab a copy of our founder and Chief Host Naveen Samala’s latest book, “69 Naked Truths.” Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN Flipkart: https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT The Guiding Voice – In Print Our remarkable journey and insights from 22 thought leaders are captured in our coffee table book: TGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 1 https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj TGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 2 https://amzn.in/d/4yvi7TU The World’s Only Hexalingual Podcast Available in English, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati & Hindi Over 1150+ episodes featuring 1000+ global speakers. Listen in your language: Telugu: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fCfHwoFIiehHJSPcgoX4I Hindi: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyLNGG0tsHucmhRauh4o3 Kannada: https://open.spotify.com/show/1u5NG4fWh6ONx0iwK8ASQK Marathi: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ALOHyCSlYTlyRshMFVGDS Gujarati: https://open.spotify.com/show/64xdL9hR9Ncq4C03covw0x Also Tune into Naveen’s TEDx talk “Persistence of 1,610 Days and Beyond” highlights his journey of unwavering consistency and the life-changing power of small, persistent steps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOVImd72HRQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Are you tired of the "all or nothing" approach to alcohol? Most people don't want to quit drinking entirely—they just want to be back in the driver's seat.
In this episode of The Guiding Voice, world-renowned clinical hypnotherapist Georgia Foster reveals why willpower isn't the answer and how your "inner critic" is actually the one pouring your next glass. We dive deep into the science of habit-breaking, the "future techn...
Are you stuck, or are you just speaking the wrong internal language? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we welcome Ariel Vox, the brilliant mind behind "Crack the Luck Code." Ariel reveals that luck isn't an accident—it's a strategy coded into your personality.
We explore Ariel’s revolutionary L.U.C.K. system (Lion, Umbrella Cockatoo, Coral, and Koala) to help you understand why you procrastinate, how you communic...
Are you successful on paper but drifting inside?
In this episode of The Guiding Voice, guest Brian Dixon shares his transformative journey from a life-threatening accident to a "midlife awakening." Discover the earliest signals of "silent drift," how to reclaim authorship of your life, and why midlife is actually a time for rebirth.
Key Takeaways:
The "Man Zombie" Trap: Why high-performers often lose themselves in providing fo...
Have you ever wondered why you can’t stop watching the "Villain" or why some contestants seem like a "Hot Mess"? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Dr. Steven Stein, a leading psychologist and emotional intelligence expert who has worked behind the scenes of major reality TV formats like Big Brother and Amazing Race.
Dr. Stein unmasks the 10 most common archetypes in reality TV and explains the psycholo...
What do you do when your life and business collapse overnight? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Brad Hawkins, CEO of SaferNet and author of three books on faith and leadership. Brad shares his harrowing journey of experiencing a devastating financial collapse caused by a Ponzi scheme he wasn't even involved in—and how he rebuilt his life and businesses from the ground up.
We dive deep into:
✅ The mind...
If you’ve survived 23 near-death experiences, how does your definition of a "meaningful life" change?
In this profound episode of The Guiding Voice, we are joined by Dr. Bill Lanting—a physician, attorney, and world traveler who has logged over 2 million air miles and visited 84 countries. From animal attacks and skydiving accidents to lightning strikes and sepsis, Bill’s life is a testament to human resilience...
Can one small idea really change the world? 🌍
In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we are joined by the incredible Beth Leads, an experienced activist who has been transforming inspired ideas into real-world impact since 1948. From getting a stop sign installed at age 7 to influencing President Eisenhower at age 11, Beth’s 84 years of bold action prove that age is never a barrier to making a difference.
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Unlock the Secrets to Masterful Communication and Leadership!
In this powerful episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Mr. Vikram Chandra Kumar, a Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) with over 15 years of experience in the world of public speaking and leadership.
Vikram shares his incredible journey from joining Toastmasters "by chance" to becoming a pillar of the community, serving in multiple leadership roles, and revivi...
Cold messages are failing, and the old rules of networking are gone. If you've been impacted by layoffs or feel stuck in your job search, it's time to stop networking and start connecting.
In this transformative episode of The Guiding Voice, host Naveen Samala sits down with career transition coach and author Jen Fort to discuss her "human-first" approach to building professional relationships. Discover why traditional networkin...
What happens when you spend 22 days in complete silence at a Buddhist monastery? In this transformative episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Laurie Jacobson, author of Unexpected Awakening, to discuss her incredible journey from the darkness of abuse to a life of profound serenity.
Laurie shares how she overcame years of emotional pain and a toxic relationship through the power of meditation and Buddhist teachings. We ...
In this powerful episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Dhairyya Agarwal, a Microsoft Cybersecurity expert and Stanford alumnus, to discuss his incredible journey of resilience. After a heartbreaking rejection from Stanford in 2025, Dhairyya didn't give up. Instead, he spent 11 months refining his mindset, embracing his shortcomings, and rebuilding his application.
Discover the "brutally honest mistake" he made and how h...
Are you stuck in "firefighting mode," constantly reacting to problems instead of scaling your business? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Neil Ateem, a computer scientist turned growth strategist who has helped partners generate over $300 million in revenue.
Neil breaks down the counterintuitive "growth levers" that most companies overlook, including the power of subscription models, the importance of "ignor...
Ever wondered how to lead a team when you don't have the formal title? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we dive deep into "Influence Without Authority" with Distinguished Toastmaster and AVP, Sapna Ohri.
Sapna shares her incredible journey of launching 60+ clubs and how those "after-work" volunteer skills translated directly into C-suite success. Whether you're a fresh graduate or a senior leader, these leadership lessons w...
Are you part of the 52% of people unhappy in their careers? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with global career strategist Stephen Shortt to transform your career confusion into absolute clarity.
Stephen breaks down his transformative IDEAL and HAPPY frameworks—tools designed to help you build a career by choice, not chance. We explore the "Three Circles" of career success (A...
How do you build a global brand as an author in the age of AI? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we dive deep into the mind of J.D. Barker, the New York Times and international best-selling author behind genre-bending hits like The Fourth Monkey and Dracul.
J.D. Barker shares his journey from ghostwriting and "book doctoring" to collaborating with James Patterson and navigating the high-stakes world of Hollywood film adaptat...
Stop Managing Pain and Start Living.
Are you stuck in a cycle of medications, injections, and physical therapy that only provides temporary relief? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Diane Cherico, a Medical Massage Practitioner and AIS Specialist, to uncover why traditional medicine often fails to address the root cause of muscular pain.
Diane shares her incredible journey from suffering debilitating migr...
Can AI bridge the massive knowledge gap between institutional legal systems and ordinary citizens? In this episode of The Guiding Voice, host Naveen Samala sits down with Diwakar Sharma, an AI-driven program manager and co-founder of LegitMentoor.in.
With over 22 years of experience in digital transformation, Diwakar explains the shift from conversational AI to Agentic AI—systems designed not just to talk, but to act. We d...
In this episode of The Guiding Voice, host Naveen Samala is joined by Shilpa Bhosle, a life coach, counselor, and transformation therapist with over 30 years of experience. Shilpa discusses how unique tools like fingerprint analysis and graphology can decode the unconscious mind to help individuals find their true path to success and freedom.
Summary
Fingerprint Analysis in Counseling: Shilpa explains how fingerprints, which deve...
What if the right tools—physical, emotional, and mental—could fix almost anything in your life?
In this powerful and insight‑packed conversation, master craftsman, energy‑efficiency expert, and heart‑centered problem‑solver Larry Weingarten joins Naveen Samala on The Guiding Voice to explore the tools that repair homes, heal hearts, and build lasting wealth.
This episode goes far beyond wrenches, wires, and water heaters....
Are you terrified that AI will make your job irrelevant? You're not alone—94% of senior leaders admit to feeling intimidated by the AI revolution. In this episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Nikki Barua, a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author of Beyond Barriers, and CEO of Flipwork.
Nikki shares her incredible journey of arriving in America with just $250 and transforming into a global leader in AI workforce...
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