People by WTF

Nikhil Kamath
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People by WTF

People by WTF is a series where Nikhil Kamath has a conversation with personalities who stand out in their industries around the world.

  1. 30 JUN

    From Ghaziabad to Silicon Valley: Nikhil Kamath x Nikesh Arora | People by WTF | Ep. 11

    Here’s one of my favourite conversations with Palo Alto Networks’ CEO, Nikesh Arora. This episode is a CxO’s playbook where we deep dived into the mindset, strategy, and decision-making frameworks that have shaped Nikesh’s journey across roles at Google, SoftBank, and now leading one of the world’s top cybersecurity firms. This isn’t just business talk. Learn how to think like a CxO when the rules of the game keep changing. #NikhilKamath - Investor & Entrepreneur Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #NikeshArora - CEO, Palo Alto Networks Twitter: https://x.com/nikesharora LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikesh-arora-02894670/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro Chapter 1: Action vs Inaction 01:51 - Nikesh’s Early Years 04:17 - The Real Threats in Cybersecurity 08:13 - What Will Outlast the Disruptions? Chapter 2: Can We Ever Be Safe Again? 10:31 - Rethinking Safety in a Changing World 12:44 - How to Look at the Cybersecurity Landscape 14:55 - Where AI is Taking the Industry 23:42 - If Interfaces Don’t Matter, What Does? 25:44 - What Happens When AI is Everywhere? Chapter 3: Money, Meaning, Maslow 32:15 - Why Language Models Are Just the Starting Point 35:57 - Build the Brain or Protect It? 38:33 - What Founders Should Pay Attention To 41:23 - Lessons from the Evolution of Silicon Valley 42:28 - Should India Build Its Own Model? 46:31 - Are AI Bets Overblown? 50:00 - What’s Holding Innovation Back in India? 54:15 - Education as a Social Experience 59:25 - Moving into Tech and Leadership 1:00:08 - Building vs Leading: What to Choose 1:06:38 - Stories from Google & SoftBank 1:16:11 - How Risk Appetite Evolves 1:20:18 - Closing Reflections Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59 Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

    1h 22m

  2. 20 JUN

    Nikhil Kamath x Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks | People by WTF | Ep. 11 Trailer

    In what can be described as one of my favourite chats, I sat down with Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, to discuss where cybersecurity is headed in a post-AI world, why the education system is overrated, and a whole lot more. Full episode drops soon. #NikhilKamath - Investor & Entrepreneur Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIn:  / nikhilkamathcio  Instagram:  / nikhilkamathcio  Facebook:  / nikhilkamathcio  #NikeshArora - CEO, Palo Alto Networks Twitter: https://x.com/nikesharora LinkedIN:  / nikesh-arora-02894670  Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59 Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

    2 min
  3. Nikhil Kamath x Netflix Co CEO, Ted Sarandos: Why Local Stories Win Global Audiences | People by WTF | Ep. 10

    7 JUN

    Nikhil Kamath x Netflix Co CEO, Ted Sarandos: Why Local Stories Win Global Audiences | People by WTF | Ep. 10

    In this candid deep dive, I sit down with Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos to unpack the company’s remarkable journey from a DVD-by-mail service to a global streaming giant. We revisit Netflix's early battle with Blockbuster, the bold pivot to streaming, the company’s plans for India, and how they cracked the code on turning binge-watching into a universal habit.What was interesting for me was how he spots the next phenomenon before the world catches on. For anyone in media, tech, or entrepreneurship, here’s a masterclass in building and scaling in the entertainment space, and a reminder that you don’t always need a long story, just the right one. #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #TedSarandos - Co-CEO, NetflixLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedsarandos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedsarandos Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Ted’s favourite Indian creator 02:15 - Netflix’s journey, pivots & vision08:34 - Netflix’s hiring culture 11:52 - Ted’s journalism roots14:06 - Ted’s childhood & relationship with money 16:39 - Rapid fire & banter 18:17 - How much of the world is narrative? 19:52 - Competing with Blockbuster 25:13 - Content choices, projections & finding tribes 28:05 - What defines success for Netflix 33:56 - How to best serve your story? 37:15 - Career advice & work cultures in India vs. US 41:02 - Will Netflix produce theatrical movies? 42:20 - Future of the theatre business 45:30 - The next big disruption 47:40 - Can AI create movies? 51:42 - Netflix’s tech & what it’s doing right 57:38 - Competing with other distributors 1:02:39 - Netflix’s streaming strategy 1:03:44 - What happens to conventional TV? 1:05:01 - Why people love true crime 1:06:11 - Why Netflix isn’t betting on live sports broadcasting 1:10:24 - India’s subscription model: why it’s a tough sell 1:13:29 - Will Netflix have an ads-only model? 1:16:58 - Married life 1:18:43 - How important is India for Netflix? 1:21:57 - Adapting to country-specific dynamics 1:24:28 - How Netflix greenlights projects 1:24:53 - A founder’s baggage: filling big shoes 1:28:17 - Validation & leadership 1:32:11 - Indian personality who left a lasting impression on Ted 1:34:11 - Ted’s secret to greenlighting hits 1:41:36 - How diversity contributes to Netflix’s success 1:42:42 - Can Netflix be global & local in India? 1:44:47 - Hollywood vs. Netflix 1:45:49 - Netflix’s role in podcasting’s future 1:47:16 - Youth & attention span 1:48:44 - Netflix’s future in gaming 1:51:56 - Closing thoughts Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

    1h 55m
  4. Netflix's Ted Sarandos x Nikhil Kamath | India's Content Boom | People by WTF | Ep. 10 Trailer

    5 JUN

    Netflix's Ted Sarandos x Nikhil Kamath | India's Content Boom | People by WTF | Ep. 10 Trailer

    I sat down with Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO of Netflix, for a no-holds-barred chat. From what’s really disrupting the entertainment industry, how Netflix greenlights projects, and India’s potential, we covered it all. Full episode drops soon. #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcioLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #TedSarandos - Co-CEO, NetflixLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedsarandos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedsarandos Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

    2 min
  5. Nikhil Kamath x YouTube CEO, Neal Mohan | The World's Biggest Stage | People by WTF | Ep. 9 Teaser

    25 MAY

    Nikhil Kamath x YouTube CEO, Neal Mohan | The World's Biggest Stage | People by WTF | Ep. 9 Teaser

    Here’s a glimpse into my chat with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan. We talk about the future of the platform to the masks we wear, and what happens when we take them off. Stay tuned for the episode #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #NealMohan - CEO, YouTubeTwitter: https://x.com/nealmohan LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-mohan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neal_mohan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NealMohanCEO/ Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4ezn Watch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th#WTFiswithnikhilkamath #PeopleByWTF #WTFOnline

    2 min
  6. Nikhil Kamath x YouTube CEO, Neal Mohan | People by WTF Ep.9

    24 MAY

    Nikhil Kamath x YouTube CEO, Neal Mohan | People by WTF Ep.9

    In this episode, I speak with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan about what defines the platform today and where it’s headed. We discuss why audiences now trust podcasters over traditional news, and what the next decade of content consumption might look like. For me, this wasn’t just a chat. It was a chance to question the shifting boundaries between passion, talent, identity, and influence. We also dug into how algorithms shape what people see. If you’ve ever wondered what drives YouTube behind the screen, this conversation peels back the curtain. #NikhilKamath - Investor & EntrepreneurTwitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/ #NealMohan - CEO, YouTubeTwitter: https://x.com/nealmohanLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-mohan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neal_mohanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NealMohanCEO/ 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Defining WAVES’ vision for the creative industry 3:10 - Creators & politics: More linked than ever? 04:50 - Did YouTube shape the US election? 08:49 - Are podcasts replacing traditional news? 13:12 - Defining YouTube 17:21 - The future of content consumption 22:50 - YouTube movie releases: Fighting piracy 24:53 - Influencer vs Entrepreneur 28:19 - Tips to crack YouTube’s algorithm 31:15 - Neal on passion: Input vs output 36:54 - Growing up between cross-cultural content 41:16 - Navigating identity & Indian market 46:33 - Where should investors bet? 50:54 - Building YouTube’s competitor 53:54 - Who owns the most data? 57:16 - Attention spans: Shrinking or growing? 59:05 - Learning: YouTube’s core use case 1:04:37 - Final thoughts: The rise of India’s creator economy

    1h 6m
  7. Bill Gates x Nikhil Kamath Part 2 | People by WTF | Ep.8

    11 APR

    Bill Gates x Nikhil Kamath Part 2 | People by WTF | Ep.8

    I’ve always been curious to know why people are the way they are. After reading Bill’s memoir, Source Code, it felt more like peeling back layers than simply asking questions. Part 2 of our chat, I got to know him in a way I haven’t before.  In this episode of People by WTF, Bill talks about the drive and curiosity that keeps him active, playing ‘Crennis’ with Sachin Tendulkar, his childhood, how AI can reshape capitalism, and many more.  Is success in today’s capitalistic world bred by some form of adversity in childhood? Ten years from now, will a huge population be a boon or a bane from this capitalistic lens? TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:12 - Bill’s frequent visits to India 02:22 - Bill’s memoir Source Code, childhood and family dynamics 07:51 - Success in today’s capitalistic world 09:28 - What's the secret to Bill’s focus? 11:58 - Is vulnerability the new heroic trait? 14:50 - How tough is Bill on himself? 17:33 - Huge population: burden or advantage with AI? 20:55 - What would we do if we didn't have to work? 24:35 - Insights from being the world’s richest 29:05 - Money: Motivation to make it v/s be Altruistic? 34:25 - How Bill relates to the youth 39:15 - Nikhil's attempt to pitch for a job in the A.I world (he's serious) #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast  Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/  #BillGates Co-founder of Microsoft , Co-chair The Gates Foundation Twitter : https://twitter.com/BillGates Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamhgates/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillgates/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BillGates/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@billgates #PeopleByWTF #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #WTFOnline

    40 min
  8. Bill Gates x Nikhil Kamath Part 2: Wealth, Wisdom & World Change | People by WTF | EP.8 Trailer

    9 APR

    Bill Gates x Nikhil Kamath Part 2: Wealth, Wisdom & World Change | People by WTF | EP.8 Trailer

    A conversation that veers from unexpected childhood confessions to what still drives him after decades at the top. Stay tuned for Part 2 of my conversation with Bill Gates. #NikhilKamath Co-founder of Zerodha and Gruhas Host of 'WTF is' & 'People By WTF' Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/nikhilkamathcio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhilkamathcio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilkamathcio?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikhilkamathcio/#BillGates Co-founder of Microsoft , Co-chair The Gates FoundationTwitter : https://twitter.com/BillGatesLinkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamhgates/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillgates/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BillGates/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@billgates Watch 'WTF is' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4nsm4eznWatch 'People by WTF' Podcast on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/yme92c59Watch 'WTF Online' on Spotify https://tinyurl.com/4tjua4th #PeopleByWTF #WTFiswithnikhilkamath #WTFOnline

    2 min
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People by WTF is a series where Nikhil Kamath has a conversation with personalities who stand out in their industries around the world.

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