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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	How 4 Nepali Women Beat the System of USA and Protected 14,800 Immigrants	10 oct. 2026	01:26:08
From 16 hour workdays earning $100 to passing history making labor laws and freeing community members from ICE detention, this is the unvarnished story of Adhikaar, a women led, women founded grassroots organization serving the Nepali speaking and Himalayan diaspora in New York City. In this episode, host Anup Ghimire sits down with Adhikaar’s leadership: Mamta Gurung Yangmi (Interim Executive Director), Tsering Lama (Associate Director of Policy & Advocacy), and Nila Rai (Case Management Staff) to pull back the curtain on the hidden machinery of NYC's working class immigrants. They dive into the frontline realities of organizing domestic workers and nail technicians, winning Temporary Protected Status (TPS) after the 2015 Nepal earthquake, the $89 billion tax contribution of undocumented workers, and how grassroots organizers carry out 1 on 1 deportation defense and emergency safety planning. Timestamps & Chapters: 00:00 Episode Highlights 02:53 Meet the Women Leading Adhikaar 04:42 The Queens Hub: Home for Himalayan Immigrants 08:25 Why Adhikaar Was Founded in 2005 09:57 The Hidden Reality of NYC Working Class Immigrants 13:29 Passing the 2010 Domestic Worker Bill of Rights 13:48 From 16 Hour Days to Grassroots Organizer 18:45 Chemical Hazards and Organizing Nail Salons 23:54 The Power of Cross Cultural Solidarity 26:49 Winning TPS After the 2015 Nepal Earthquake 33:25 Woodside and Jackson Heights: The Cultural Anchor 37:23 Debunking the American Dream and NYC Cost of Living 39:58 Handling Asylum, TPS, and Trafficking Cases 42:53 Freeing a Community Member from ICE Detention 50:27 The $89 Billion Tax Reality of Undocumented Workers 52:48 Rapid Response and Emergency Safety Planning 59:48 How Grassroots Nonprofits Fund the Fight 01:02:52 Youth Mental Health and Generational Shifts 01:17:19 Protecting Families from ICE Raids 01:24:08 When We Organize, We Thrive 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guests: Mamta Gurung Nyangmi Interim Executive Director, Adhikaar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mamta-gurung-nyangmi-a6a0a16b/ Tsering Lama Associate Director of Policy and Advocacy, Adhikaar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsering-d-lama-6124671b8/ Nila Rai Case Manager (Deportation & Detention), Adhikaar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nila-rai-29049b98/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoers #TheDoersGoesToUSA #Adhikaar #ImmigrantRights #NepaliInUSA #GrassrootsOrganizing #AnupGhimire
	30 Years in US Bakeries: Why This Food Scientist Built a Brand From Traditional Nepali Food	07 oct. 2026	01:07:19
For 30 years, Kapila Devkota directed Food Safety & Quality Assurance (QA/QC) inside America's largest commercial bakeries and dairy manufacturers in New York. Every day, she formulated mass-market baked goods loaded with refined flours, added sugars, and saturated fats. Every night, she went home and refused to feed that food to her children instead cooking nutrient-dense, ancestral Nepali meals: Dal, Bhat, Tarkari, and roasted Makai-Bhatmas. That profound moral dissonance making ultra-processed products for the American masses by day, while relying on ancestral whole foods at night drove her to reject a quiet retirement. At age 60+, she launched Simply Vegan Inc. in New York to bring the scientific brilliance of Nepali food culture to mainstream American shelves, farmers markets, and Whole Foods channels. In this episode of The Doers Goes to USA, host Anup Ghimire sits down with Certified Food Scientist (CFS) Kapila Devkota to decode the biochemistry of traditional Nepali snacks, what actually causes chronic lifestyle diseases in the Western diet, how the US FDA regulatory moat works, and what it really takes to export Himalayan agriculture to America. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Highlight Teaser 01:47 Introduction: Meeting Kapila Devkota in the USA 02:48 Why Start a Food Brand at Retirement Age? 03:37 The Science of Makai-Bhatmas: Complementary Amino Acids 06:02 Date-Based Sweets: Curing Sugar Cravings Without Added Sugar 09:32 Moving to America 30 Years Ago & Studying Food Science 13:07 The American Fiber Deficit: Why Meat and Burgers Have Zero Fiber 15:52 The Industrial Bakery Experience: Managing Bread Production During COVID 20:17 Sprouted Mung Beans: How Germination Multiplies Nutrient Bioavailability 24:43 Nepali Spices in the US Market: Formulating Timur Chili Oil 28:32 Redefining Success: Why Colonel Sanders Started KFC at 65 30:10 The Great Dissonance: Making Junk Food by Day, Cooking Dal-Bhat by Night 35:08 Supporting Nepali Talent: Sourcing Design and Packaging from Kathmandu 40:02 The Next Frontier: Bringing Authentic Gundruk and Fermented Foods to the US 46:57 The FDA Allergen Rulebook: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, and the New Sesame Mandate 52:17 The "Sugar Trap": Why Ultra-Processed "Fiber Drinks" Are Deceptive 55:37 Walking into Whole Foods 20 Years Ago with HACCP Safety Plans 58:43 Helping Nepali Spice Suppliers Get FDA-Registered 01:03:32 The American Sense of Humor & Closing Reflections 01:07:18 Episode Outro 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Kapila Devkota Founder & CEO Simply Vegan Inc Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kapila-devkota/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com#TheDoers #TheDoersGoesToUSA #FoodScience #Entrepreneurship #SimplyVegan #NepaliFood #AnupGhimire
	Business From One Generation to Another (Rupakot) \| The Doers Debrief	05 oct. 2026	00:46:58
What does it really take to hand over a multi-million-dollar legacy from father to sons? In this behind-the-scenes debrief, Host Anup Ghimire sits down with Content Lead Dipesh Kumar Lama to unpack the unscripted realities, contradictions, and takeaways from our two-part Rupakot Resort series with Pushpa Raj Adhikari (Founder) and Sushil and Manish Adhikari (Next-Gen Leadership). The Doers exists to inspire young Nepalis to stay and build. Yet the Adhikari family did the exact opposite: Pushpa ji lost a business in Nepal, rebuilt his wealth in Belgium over decades, raised his sons abroad, and then returned with his life savings to turn a barren, roadless mountain ridge into Rupakot Resort. Throughout this debrief, Anup and Dipesh dig into whether leaving Nepal first creates sharper entrepreneurs, Pushpa ji's warning on why passion without an exit plan is dangerous, and what truly pulls successful diaspora builders back home when money is not the driver. They also explore the sons' perspective on returning at 21, the raw challenges of generational succession, the flawed economics of budget tourism in Pokhara, and the mindset shift needed to build world-class ventures in Nepal. Featuring Anup Ghimire (Founder & Host, The Doers) and Dipesh Kumar Lama (Content Lead, The Doers). Subscribe for more unscripted conversations on business, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
	How eSewa Scaled From Rs 7B to Rs 26B (Ex-CEO Jagdish Khadka)	05 oct. 2026	00:51:32
From his early days navigating complex corporate finance to taking the helm of Nepal’s pioneer digital wallet and scaling annual sales from NPR 7 Arab to NPR 26 Arab, this is the unvarnished story of Jagdish Khadka. Over his transformative 4-year tenure as CEO of eSewa, Jagdish led a monumental 500% growth trajectory, scaling the platform to process over 55 Lakh (5.5 Million) daily transactions while engineering Nepal’s first distributed Cassandra database architecture capable of handling national-scale transaction concurrency. In this podcast with Anup Ghimire, Jagdish pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to run the financial backbone of Nepal: forcing software engineers onto crying customer support calls, viewing public criticism as "Subha Chintak", launching Nepal’s first collateral-free digital loan for visually impaired entrepreneurs, the human psychology behind the 100-Rupee tempo metaphor, and why AI automation will soon make mobile payment apps completely invisible. Timestamps 00:00 - Highlights 03:28 - The Infrastructure Hook: Why Fintech Is Not Just an App 04:16 - The 4-Year CEO Tenure: Is 4 Years Too Short for a CEO? 06:51 - From 7 Arab to 26 Arab: The Playbook Behind 500% Growth 07:53 - Processing 55 Lakh Daily Transactions: Migrating MySQL to Cassandra 10:50 - Systems Run the Organization: The "Sabai Sadhai Sangai" Culture 14:14 - Handling Negative Media & Criticism: Why Critics Are "Subha Chintak" 16:28 - AI vs. Emotional Intelligence: Why EQ Beats AI in Leadership 24:28 - The 100-Rupee Tempo Metaphor: The Deep Human Anxiety Behind Money 29:35 - US Tap-to-Pay vs. Nepal Paper QR: Why Free QRs Beat Card POS Machines 39:47 - The Biggest CEO Regret: AI Automation & The "Invisible Wallet" Future 40:34 - Sabailai Man Karja (Sabalaman): Nepal's 1st Digital Loan for Visually Impaired 48:23 - One Day at the Call Center: Forcing Engineers & Execs onto Customer Calls 50:19 - Spending vs. Earning Mindset: High-Impact Marketing Strategy 50:51 - The Golden Leadership Rule Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Jagdish Khadka Former CEO of Esewa Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jagdish-khadka-58b96255/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	Why This Family Invested Their Entire Life Savings into a Mountain Resort	01 oct. 2026	01:35:43
What happens when two brothers who grew up in Belgium return to Nepal in their early twenties to take over a luxury mountain resort built entirely on their father's life savings? In this exclusive episode of The Doers, Anup Ghimire sits down with Sushil Adhikari (CEO) and Manish Adhikari (Managing Director), the two sons of Pushpa Raj Adhikari (Founder of Rupakot Resort, Pokhara). While 90% of second-generation family businesses in South Asia collapse due to sibling rivalry, ego, and succession battles, Sushil and Manish reveal the raw, unvarnished truth of stepping into their father's shoes: Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:25 - Why Two Sons Left Belgium at 21 05:01 - The Classic Tech Secret: Why Manish Worked for NPR 15,000 07:46 - The 18-Month Age Gap: Zero Sibling Ego 12:11 - "Nepal Was Foreign to Us": The Culture Shock of 50 Bowing Staff 16:41 - The Giver Mentality: "Don't Dream of 5 Lakh Jobs; Dream of Giving Them" 18:20 - Fire Meets Fire: Confronting an Authoritarian Founder 20:26 - "Maya Talai Bagchha": Earning a Father's Validation 23:36 - The Trembling Waiter: Eliminating the Toxic "Hakim" Fear Culture 30:56 - European Work Ethic vs Nepali Bureaucratic Reality 38:06 - Managing Multimillion Resort Cash Flows at 23 44:41 - The Domestic Pricing Trap: Paying NPR 5k Expecting 50k Service 51:16 - Why Global Travelers Skip Pokhara (Highway & Aviation Bottlenecks) 58:36 - Escaping the Patriarch's Shadow: The Sushant KC Concert Validation 01:05:41 - The Elephant in the Room: The Rupakot IPO Roadmap 01:15:11 - How Two Brothers Divide Power: Operations vs Brand 01:23:56 - Why BHM Colleges in Nepal Only Produce Visa Applicants, Not Managers 01:30:16 - Message to Diaspora Returnees: "Don't Be Strangers to Your Country" Celebrate this festive season with Daraz Dashain Dhamaka (10.10) running from Oct 1 (8 PM) to Oct 12. Nepal's go-to online shopping destination brings you up to 75% off on top brands, 65 Lakhs worth of vouchers, free delivery, and a chance to win a brand new Suzuki Access 125 in the mega giveaway! Link : https://www.daraz.com.np/tag/10-10-sale/ For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ Name: Manish Adhikari Designation: Managing Director Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manish-adhikari-280158169/ Name: Sushil Adhikari Designation: CEO LInkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shusil-adhikari-a20a1b1b7/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	He Returned After 20 Years to Build Rupakot Resort \| Pushpa Raj Adhikari	27 sept. 2026	01:08:58
In this episode of The Doers, host Anup Ghimire speaks with Pushpa Raj Adhikari, the founder of Rupakot Resort in Pokhara. After spending 20 years in Belgium and working in Kathmandu's 5-star hotels, Pushpa returned to Nepal. Instead of choosing an easy life abroad, he bought land on a remote, roadless ridge overlooking Rupa and Begnas lakes to build one of Nepal's most recognized luxury eco-resorts. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Episode Highlights 01:47 - The difference between Love (Maya) and Trust (Bharosa) in business 05:33 - Discovering Rupakot: Seeing value on a barren hill 10:18 - The diaspora dilemma: Why returning alone fails 15:38 - 20 years in Belgium: What working abroad teaches you 21:28 - Passing the baton: The agony of next-gen succession 26:23 - Land in Pokhara: Speculation vs productive business 31:33 - The $30 room disaster: Why price cutting ruins tourism 36:03 - Tourism infrastructure: Why cities fail to deliver 41:38 - The small country myth: Singapore is smaller than Chitwan 46:58 - Chitwan vs Pokhara: Agriculture vs hospitality 53:18 - Generational transition and system friction 01:00:08 - The truth about soft loans and subsidized capital 01:05:33 - The future of Rupakot and high-value Nepali hospitality Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Pushpa Raj Adhikari Chairman, Rupakot Resort Website : https://rupakotresort.com/about/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	How A Nepali Woman Convinced Google to Write a $28,000,000 Check \| Rupa Shah	23 sept. 2026	01:06:39
From her early days as a Fair & Lovely ad model and a student at Army School Kathmandu earning ₹500 at a Bhrikuti Mandap book fair, to Senior Director at MIT RAISE raising $28 Million from Google, this is the unvarnished story of Rupa Laxmi Shah. Over the last 13+ years at the world's premier technology institute (MIT Media Lab / MIT RAISE), Rupa has closed landmark multi-million-dollar partnerships with Google, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Schmidt Futures, and the Hong Kong Jockey Club, impacting over 30 million children globally. In this candid masterclass with Anup Ghimire, Rupa pulls back the curtain on how high-stakes global philanthropy actually works: sitting across tables with over 160 billionaires, the psychology of raising 8-figure checks, the hard research on why AI won’t replace teachers, and why sending generic ChatGPT cold emails is destroying your chances with global investors. Timestamps 00:00 - Highlights 03:09 - Growing Up in Kathmandu: Army School & Teaching at Age 15 06:09 - Moving to America 23 Years Ago: Arriving at MIT Media Lab 10:24 - The $28,000,000 Cheque: Closing Google for MIT RAISE 15:39 - The Anatomy of a $17M Research Initiative 20:09 - Walking Into Rooms of Power: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 25:39 - How Billionaires Actually Give Money (DAFs & The 5% Rule) 30:24 - Sitting Across 160 Billionaires: What the Super-Wealthy Care About 36:09 - Storytelling Over Pitch Decks: The Art of Raising Capital 40:39 - The Brutal Truth About AI in Education (Gates Foundation Research) 45:24 - Scaling AI Ethics in Asia: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Project 51:09 - Motherhood & The Dual High-Impact Career Reality 56:24 - The Nepal Capital Trap: Why Nepali Giants Can’t Invest Globally 01:01:39 - Mentoring Nepali Founders: How to Pitch US Investors 01:05:24 - The Golden Rule: Stop Sending Generic ChatGPT Emails! Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Rupa Laxmi Shah Global Philanthropy and Partnerships, MIT Media Lab Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laxsh/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	40 Years in New York Exposed the Reality of Nepali Immigrants \| Khagendra GC (Senior US Attorney)	22 sept. 2026	00:45:13
In this episode, Attorney Khagendra Chhetri, the first Nepali-origin lawyer practicing in the United States and a 10-time "Super Lawyer" honoree (2014-2024), shares his journey of arriving in America in 1983 and witnessing the Nepali diaspora grow from roughly 800 individuals to over half a million across the country. From navigating pre-internet immigrant life to practicing before the U.S. legal system, Attorney Chhetri breaks down the realities of diaspora assimilation, why "staying for 2 years" often turns into 25, the fight for Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) economic rights, and how direct micro-investing can empower Nepal’s emerging young tech and AI entrepreneurs. 00:00:00 - Highlight 00:01:58 - Introduction & Welcome 00:02:13 - The First Nepali Lawyer in the US 00:05:28 - The Diaspora Shift (From 800 to 500,000+) 00:10:43 - The Immigrant Mindset: Short-Term Myth 00:15:18 - Why Diaspora Capital Hesitates in Nepal 00:19:28 - The NRN Citizenship Mirage ("कागजको खोस्टो") 00:24:13 - The Slow Pace of Nepal's Reform 00:28:43 - The Mom & Pop Economy: 80% of America 00:32:13 - The Soaltee Hotel Gala Illusion 00:35:28 - The $19 Billion Diaspora Napkin Math 00:38:43 - Overcoming Mindless Cynicism ("Desh Bigriyo") 00:41:58 - Advice to a 25-Year-Old Khagendra Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Khagendra Chhetry Managing Attorney, Chhetry & Associates, P.C. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khagendra-chhetry-68868a57/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	MIT Tech Titan: Why Competing On Low Price Will Destroy You	16 sept. 2026	01:11:55
In this episode of The Doers, we sit down with Himal Karmacharya, Founder and President of Leapfrog Technology. Himal shares the playbook on how he built a world-class technology company from Nepal and scaled it to serve major healthcare and fintech enterprises across the United States. This conversation goes far beyond surface-level startup advice. Himal unpacks how AI is forcing tech service firms to shift from headcount billing to outcome-based contracts, what it takes to crack international sales, and why finding a trusted on-the-ground ally abroad changes everything. He also breaks down national policy blueprints such as the "Israel Model" to demonstrate how emerging markets can build a $1B+ tech ecosystem. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Beginning 01:42 - Introduction: The Leapfrog Story & Building Global Tech from Nepal 02:25 - How AI is Disrupting Traditional Software Outsourcing & Agency Models 04:27 - The Pricing Shift: Moving from Headcount Billing to Outcome-Driven Value 07:55 - Why Generic Dev Shops Die: Carving Deep Niches in Healthcare & Fintech 11:42 - Nepal’s $1B IT Roadmap: Unlocking Policy Reform & Global Visibility 13:42 - Enterprise Readiness: Tackling Global Legal, Compliance & Insurance Hurdles 15:22 - Cracking U.S. Business Development: Outbound Sales Strategy from Day One 17:02 - Diaspora Power: Bridging the Cultural & Credibility Gap in Western Markets 22:42 - Operating at Global Speed: Matching the Relentless Velocity of the U.S. Market 24:02 - Expanding Overseas: Why Every Founder Needs an "Ally" on the Ground 25:17 - The Crucial Pivot: Shifting from Local Mobile Cash to a $150K U.S. Deal 27:42 - Emerging Market Traps: Why Small Domestic TAMs Cap Company Growth 33:42 - The Israel Policy Playbook: How Governments Can Act as Early-Stage VCs 37:00 - NAS-IT Blueprint: Building $50M–$100M Anchor Tech Companies 39:22 - The Golden Founder Rule: Why You Must Pay Yourself from the Start 40:57 - Surviving Phase A-to-B: Managing Cash Flow, Runway & Micro-Seed Capital 44:52 - What Makes an Outlier Founder: Extreme Ownership, Resilience & Drive 48:32 - Angel Investing Philosophy: Why You Back Dynamic People Over Static Ideas 53:52 - Personal Story: From Budhanilkantha to MIT & Breaking Language Barriers 59:42 - Playing the 10-Year Game: Weathering Downturns & Mentoring Next-Gen Talent Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Himal Karmacharya Founder and President @ Leapfrog Technology Inc. Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/himal-karmacharya-03ba8b12/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	He Left Nepal With a Dream. 20 Years Later, He Built a Company in the US.	12 sept. 2026	01:02:41
Right after +2, in the early 2000s, he left Nepal for Texas to build a life and chase bigger dreams. Two decades later, his company is building the bridges that connect terminal gates at DFW Airport. Anup Tamrakar didn’t inherit an empire. He started by working at his father’s engineering practice in Nepal, tracing blueprints and even scrubbing bathrooms, long before “CEO” was ever part of the picture. Today, he leads Urban Infraconstruction LLC, a 400-person heavy civil construction company behind major Texas infrastructure like airport bridges, transit lines, and municipal water systems. Key Milestones: -Scaled to ~400 employees, earning spots on the Inc. 5000 list and recognition as an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Southwest Finalist. -Founded the Amaalya SK Foundation, committing to fund foundational education for 1 million children in Nepal by 2035. This isn’t another polished immigrant success story. It’s a conversation about what it really takes to build something at scale with the difficult decisions, risks, setbacks, and responsibility. Featuring Anup Tamrakar, Founder, CEO, Urban Infraconstruction LLC TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Highlights 00:02:17 What is Real Ambition? ("Cruising Means Going Down") 00:03:09 Arriving in the US in 2003: The 20-Year Vision 00:06:16 Time Allocation & The 24-Hour Reality Check 00:10:52 Early Roots: Working in His Father's Office in Nepal at Age 12 00:12:27 Cleaning Office Bathrooms & Learning Early Humility 00:15:03 Bypassing Traditional Engineering for Construction Management 00:16:28 Self-Studying for SATs on Dial-Up Internet in Nepal 00:18:45 Father’s Tough Love: "I’ll Get You There, You Do the Rest" 00:20:27 Parental Sacrifice: "I Learned to Let You Go" (Goosebumps Moment) 00:22:56 Defying the Advisor Who Said a Community College Visa Was Impossible 00:24:30 Facing Cultural Judgment & Staying Firm in Conviction 00:28:22 Be Careful Who You Take Career Advice From 00:32:08 Hacking the Curriculum: Creating Custom Classes to Graduate Faster 00:33:25 Leaving Your Comfort Zone is the True Meaning of Entrepreneurship 00:35:51 Overcoming Fear & Loud Phones: Making 300 Cold Calls a Day in Texas 00:37:35 Vulnerability as a Power Move: Learning from Veteran Tradesmen 00:38:55 The "Above & Beyond" Catalyst: Turning a Report into an Opportunity 00:45:35 The Age 30 Epiphany: Holding His Daughter & Feeling the Weight 00:46:27 The Operational Motto: Decide, Commit, Act 00:59:46 The 2-Millimeter Gap: Don't Give Up Right Before Your Breakthrough 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Anup Tamrakar Chief Executive Officer, Urban Infraconstruction LLC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-tamrakar/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Strength Partner: Hama Steel Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoersPodcast #TheDoers #anuptamrakar #nepaliinusa
	Sushant Pradhan on Building an Audience, Making Money & the Business Behind Content	09 sept. 2026	01:36:18
Fitness entrepreneur, fitness coach, and the host behind one of Nepal’s influential podcasts: Sushant Pradhan is stepping out from behind the host desk and into the guest seat for this episode! We sat down for an unfiltered 1 on 1 conversation on what really happens behind the scenes of content creation, media, and networking. In this episode, we talk about: -Why being effective on camera is an acquired professional skill rather than an extroverted personality trait -How to build a high-impact network when you naturally despise traditional networking events, parties, and small talk -What separates parasitic networking from symbiotic value creation and why cold outreach fails when you bring nothing to the table -Why young creators need to spend six to twelve months quietly building a portfolio before trying to leverage high-profile connections -How automating an inefficient workflow with artificial intelligence only scales your operational mistakes faster -What the global shift toward open-source AI models means for local media companies and independent builders -Why deep, multi-hour 1 on 1 conversations remain the ultimate mechanism for building trust, influence, and intellectual leverage Your network isn’t built in noisy rooms handing out business cards; it’s earned through the depth of your work and the quiet value you bring to the table. If you’re a founder or creator trying to build something that lasts in Nepal’s changing digital landscape, missing this conversation isn’t just an oversight. It’s a missed blueprint. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Highlights 1:50 Intro 9:30 Realization of self worth & self reflection 18:11 How Open Source Is Taking Over 26:40 Sushant Pradhan Keeps up with Geopolitics, Culture & Human Conflict 36:26 How the Host Inspired Sushant Pradhan to Start Podcasting 48:16 The Harsh Reality of Competing in the Global Market 54:52 Is Success Just Borrowed Time From Your Youth? 1:00:38 Creator Economy in 2014: Before "Influencers" Existed 1:10:15 "Making Money Is Making Money" (Unfiltered Advice) 1:17:49 Sushant Pradhan’s perception as the "Fitness Guy" 1:25:10 Rethinking Fitness: Beyond Just Going to the Gym 1:30:37 Sushant Pradhan's Core Philosophy on Life 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Sushant Pradhan Podcaster & Entrepreneur LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sushant-pradhan-371b88a7 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoersPodcast #TheDoers #SushantPradhan #nepalipodcast
	Nepali Immigrants Built Their Own Bank in US with EFCU Founder	04 sept. 2026	01:17:38
How Nepali Immigrants Built a Federal Bank in the US \| Suman Raj Timsina (CEO, Everest Federal Credit Union) In this episode of The Doers, we sit down with Suman Raj Timsina, CEO of Everest Federal Credit Union (EFCU) and Executive Director at the International Development Institute. EFCU stands as the first and only financial institution chartered specifically for the Nepali diaspora across the United States. Note: Everest Federal Credit Union (EFCU) is a federally chartered, NCUA-insured credit union operating as a full-service community financial institution. Unlike traditional commercial banks driven by outside shareholders, EFCU is 100% member-owned and not-for-profit. From conceptualizing the credit union in a New York basement in 2015 to securing a rare 50-state federal charter approved by the NCUA, Suman breaks down how community trust transforms into institutional financial power. We dive deep into affinity banking, how the US Nepali diaspora holds an estimated $19B+ in collective economic capacity, why modern banks operate as software enterprises, and how shifting diaspora mindsets from remittance to angel investing can back the next generation of global startups. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:23 - Welcome to Dallas & Show Kick-Off 00:02:07 - Establishing the First Nepali Community Bank Outside Nepal 00:02:59 - The Historic Roots of "Affinity Banking" 00:04:10 - Regulatory Approval: The Role of the US Congress & NCUA 00:04:59 - Humble Beginnings: Incepting Everest in a New York Basement 00:05:16 - Unlocking Nationwide Reach with a Rare 50-State Federal License 00:05:46 - The Not-For-Profit Model: Banks vs. Credit Unions 00:06:06 - Democratic Governance: Every Depositor Gets One Vote 00:06:33 - Broad Diaspora Eligibility: Nepal, Bhutan, and Beyond 00:08:31 - Life-Cycle Financial Products: Credit-Building to Mortgages 00:13:35 - Supporting the 10th Largest Foreign Student Population in the US 00:14:48 - Absolute Security: Federal Insurance up to $250,000 00:15:46 - 100% Reinvestment: Supporting Our People, Not Corporations 00:16:57 - Going Global: Opening US Dollar Accounts with Passports 00:18:59 - Replicating the Indian "Bank of Houston" Motel Success Model 00:21:40 - The Trust Test: Raising $3.65 Million in Just 3 Hours 00:23:42 - Modern Banking Shift: "Banks are IT Companies" 00:30:06 - Shifting Diaspora Culture: From Remittance to Angel Investing 00:38:11 - The Reality of BBA/MBA Degrees & The Power of Storytelling 00:55:57 - Beyond Banking: The Life-Saving $2,000 Emergency Loan Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Suman Raj Timsina CEO @ Everest Federal Credit Union (EFCU) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/idisumantimsina/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoers #EverestFederalCreditUnion #NepaliInUSA #DiasporaWealth #Fintech #AngelInvesting #Entrepreneurship
	I Didn't Know Farming Could Be Like This \| Inside an American Farm	02 sept. 2026	00:51:09
What does modern agriculture actually look like behind the scenes? In this deep-dive episode, we sit down with Brad Doyle, Chairman of the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and former President of the American Soybean Association, operating out of Weiner, Arkansas. Stepping far beyond traditional manual labor, Brad pulls back the curtain on how multi-million-dollar family farms operate today as high-tech, data-driven global enterprises. You will discover how tractors drive themselves via precision GPS, how growers utilize complex yield-mapping software, and what happens when practical farming meets Ph.D.-level plant breeding alongside his wife Joyce. The conversation also tackles the profound economic realities of managing capital-heavy operations, utilizing land and equipment as loan collateral, and navigating global soybean export markets. You will hear firsthand how producers beta-test tomorrow’s heavy machinery hand-in-hand with major engineers like John Deere, while critically addressing the real operational limits of AI integration. Ultimately, this episode lets you grasp the scale behind 80 million US acres, showing how farmers increase yields and why 97% of American farms remain fiercely family-owned. Whether you are an entrepreneur, an agribusiness professional, or simply curious about where your food comes from, this conversation completely reframes how technology, business, and tradition intersect on the modern farm. Chapters 00:00:00 Highlight 00:01:35 - Introduction 00:02:45 - The 3rd-Generation Family Farm & Eagle Seed 00:03:19 - When Farming Meets PhD Science 00:06:42 - Surprise: 97% of US Farms Are Family-Owned 00:09:14 - The High-Stakes Business & Profitability of Farming 00:10:30 - Financial Risks, Bank Loans, & Farm Collateral 00:11:39 - The Generational Shift: From Manual Labor to Tech 00:15:26 - How Modern Farms Fuel Local Rural Economies 00:16:06 - Tech Transformation: GPS & Self-Driving Tractors 00:16:31 - Yield Monitors, Big Data, & Off-Season Planning 00:17:43 - The Reality, Limits, and Fears of AI in Agriculture 00:23:49 - Navigating the Global Soybean Export Market 00:31:11 - The Soybean Checkoff System Explained 00:32:41 - The $80M Impact of the United Soybean Board 00:38:43 - Grasping Scale: 80 Million Acres of Production 00:39:14 - How Farmers Increase Yields While Losing Farmland 00:42:02 - Beta-Testing the Future of Machinery with Engineers 00:44:48 - What Keeps a Farmer Up at Night? (Profitability) 00:47:01 - The Pride and Honor of American Agriculture Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Brad Doyle Chairman @ Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/ This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoers #USSEC #Agriculture #Nepal #NepalAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Soybeans #GlobalTrade #Entrepreneurship #NepalEconomy #EconomicDevelopment l #BusinessStrategy #NepalBusiness
	Can Nepal Turn Agriculture Into a Global Business? \| Kevin Roepke, USSEC Executive Director	30 août 2026	00:45:49
Kevin Roepke, Executive Director, Middle East, North Africa & South Asia at the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), joins us live from Chicago for a wide-ranging conversation on agriculture, food security, global trade, remittance, and entrepreneurship. From how American farmers approach agriculture as a business to why Nepal continues to depend on food imports and remittance, Kevin shares a global perspective on what it takes to build a stronger and more competitive agricultural economy. We explore the strategic importance of soybeans, the changing nature of globalization, food and energy security, Nepal’s need for focused industries, and the importance of long-term thinking in building the country’s economic future. A conversation on how Nepal can turn its agricultural potential into a focused, competitive, and globally relevant economic engine. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:29 Live from Chicago: Why America Celebrates Its Farmers 00:04:03 Nepal’s Agriculture: Poor Image, Huge GDP 00:05:50 Remittance: A Sweet Outcome of Desperation 00:06:51 If Nepal Were a Company, What Would It Focus On? 00:10:03 The Mathematical Farmer: How US Agriculture Competes 00:16:06 Why Nepal Imports Its Staple Crops 00:17:30 Can Hydropower Replace Remittance? 00:19:59 The Soybean Problem: Nepal’s Hidden Protein Gap 00:22:56 How Soybeans Shape Global Geopolitics 00:23:53 Why a “Jack of All Trades” Strategy Never Works 00:29:38 Food & Energy Security Is National Security 00:33:29 Nepal’s Missing 25–40 Generation 00:37:12 Shark Tank Nepal Season 2: What Changes? 00:38:48 The Shark’s Golden Rule: Deal Structure 00:40:36 Why Global Business Connections Matter Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 🎙️ Guest: Kevin Roepke Executive Director - Middle East, North Africa & South Asia U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoers #KevinRoepke #USSEC #Agriculture #Nepal #NepalAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Soybeans #GlobalTrade #Entrepreneurship #NepalEconomy #EconomicDevelopment #SharkTankNepal #BusinessStrategy #NepalBusiness
	Nepal Can Turn Niche Tourism Into a Billion-Dollar Opportunity	30 août 2026	01:48:24
🎙️ About Pankaj Pradhananga Pankaj Pradhananga is the founder of Impact Adventure, a Nepali tourism company focused on creating specialized and inclusive travel experiences. With almost 30 years of experience across the travel and hospitality industry, Pankaj has worked as a tour guide, general manager, and corporate executive before turning his focus toward building a more inclusive and high-value tourism model for Nepal. What if Nepal stopped competing for more tourists and started competing for the right tourists? In this episode of The Doers, we sit down with Pankaj Pradhananga, founder of Impact Adventure, to explore how Nepal can move beyond generic tourism packages, price wars, and the traditional “mountains-only” narrative. With nearly three decades of experience in Nepal’s travel and hospitality industry, Pankaj shares how niche tourism, accessible travel, ageless tourism, diaspora experiences, and product curation can create a higher-value tourism industry for Nepal. From building Nepal’s first 1.33 km accessible trail at Kaskikot to designing experiences for travelers aged 55+, Pankaj makes the case that Nepal doesn’t necessarily need more tourists, it needs better products for the tourists it can serve best. The conversation also gets personal: why he walked away from corporate success, returned to business school, and chose the harder path of entrepreneurship. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:31 Why Selling the Same Package Is Killing Tourism Businesses 04:09 How Nepal’s Tourism Industry Became a Commodity 09:34 Nepal Is More Than Mountains 11:27 The Untapped Business of Accessible Tourism 21:06 Why Accessible Travelers Spend 3–5× More 28:48 Building Nepal’s First Accessible Trail 32:24 Why 55+ Travelers Could Be Tourism’s Best Customers 44:40 What Maslow Can Teach Us About Tourism 52:50 Why Nepal’s DMCs Need to Become Brands 54:38 The 7 P’s: Why Product Comes Before Promotion 58:04 The Opportunity in Nepali Diaspora Tourism 01:07:04 Walking Away From Corporate Success to Build a Startup 01:14:56 Why Pankaj Went Back to Business School 01:22:34 “Because It Is There”: The Entrepreneurial Mindset 01:27:04 Why Entrepreneurs Must Never Cut Corners Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Episode+Description&utm_campaign=BAVP_C2 For Collaborations ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-99yjy-1b1d982 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Pankaj Pradhananga Founder, IMPACT Adventure https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankaj-pradhananga-151893b/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com
	Biggest Problems Holding Back Nepal’s Agriculture I Anand Bagaria	24 août 2026	00:41:29
In this exclusive outdoor podcast live from Chicago, we sit down with Anand Bagaria, a prominent fourth-generation businessman and a Shark on Shark Tank Nepal. Anand shares an eye-opening, highly positive, and strategic outlook on how Nepal can break free from traditional economic traps and build a thriving future. We dive deep into why Nepal must stop treating its farmers as "pity cases" and instead celebrate them as high-profile celebrity businessmen. Agriculture already contributes 25–26% of Nepal’s GDP, but our national focus is severely mismatched. While Nepal has relied heavily on remittance, which Anand calls a "sweet outcome of a desperate situation," the real path to sustainable wealth lies in national focus, agricultural specialization, and robust business structuring. Anand shares critical lessons from the multi-billion-dollar U.S. soybean industry, debunks the "Jack of all trades" approach to national farming, and drops invaluable advice on what he looks for in Shark Tank Nepal Season 2, including why structuring is 10x more important than the investment amount itself. 00:00:00 Doers Goes to USA 00:02:28 Why America Made Anand See Farming Differently 00:03:34 Why Nepal Still Looks Down on Farmers 00:04:46 The Remittance Trap: A Sweet Outcome of Desperation 00:07:56 Nepal Has the Land. So Why Are We Still Struggling? 00:11:19 What Government Should Actually Do for Agriculture 00:15:59 How Nepal Built an Import-Dependent Economy 00:17:26 Why We Export Raw Crops and Import Finished Products 00:23:39 What America’s Soybean Strategy Can Teach Nepal 00:24:36 Why Nepal Can’t Be Great at Everything 00:28:09 Is Globalization Ending? The Case for Self-Sufficiency 00:32:08 What Nepal Needs: A 25-Year Plan for Agriculture 00:38:31 What Anand Looks for in Shark Tank Nepal Season 2 00:38:57 Why Structuring Matters More Than Investment 00:40:26 What the Sharks Expect From Season 2 00:41:50 The Bigger Lesson: Thinking Beyond Nepal Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Anand Bagaria Managing Director Nimbus Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anand-bagaria-26549b5/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #AnandBagaria #SharkTankNepal #SharkTankNepalSeason2 #NepalAgriculture #NepalFarming #agriculture #nepaleconomy #NepalBusiness #NepaliEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #Farming #Agribusiness #agricultureinnepal #FoodSecurity #SelfSufficientNepal #nepaldevelopment #businessstrategy #DoersNepal #TheDoers #NepaleseBusiness
	The Untold Story of Unko Sweater: What It Takes to Create a Masterpiece \| Director, Unko Sweater	15 août 2026	01:26:01
Nabin Chauhan grew up in Nawamidanda, a village in Panchthar so remote that roads never reached it. He tried his hand at business and watched it fail before cinema ever entered the picture. By the time Unko Sweater was released, he wasn't a filmmaker chasing a dream, he was a man who had already been humbled enough times to tell a story without pretending. In this episode, we talk: -Why owning your YouTube distribution platform early changes the power dynamics of modern filmmaking forever. -What actually happens behind closed doors when navigating censor board delays, tight release windows, and sleepless production nights. -Why true leadership on set relies on human kindness and operational discipline rather than artificial hype or ego. -What "global cinema" truly means when you eliminate regional boundaries and design stories that transcend language. -Why the ultimate evolution for a visionary creator is transitioning from a solo director to building a whole creative ecosystem for other artists. The film made रू11 crore on a budget of रू2 crore, but the number was never the point for Chauhan, the point was proving a story from a roadless village in Panchthar could hold a country's attention. If you're building something in Nepal and think your background isn't cinematic enough to matter, this says otherwise. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Highlights 1:32 Introduction 3:07 Why release day makes a director anxious 14:13 Language is secondary, art has no boundaries 14:33 His journey from Panchthar 25:37 How emotions shape the world 30:48 From entrepreneur to director & writer 40:30 How one person can handle every aspect of filmmaking 44:48 A director's experience behind the film 46:30 Why rumours travel faster than the truth 1:00:59 Why do we chase success? 1:09:56 From a humble village to Kathmandu 1:18:33 Nabin Dai and Artmandu: Similarities and differences Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Nabin Chauhan Director & Writer, Unko Sweater Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbnchauhan/?hl=en 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #TheDoersPodcast #NabinChauhan #UnkoSweater #Artmandu #NepaliCinema
	From Nepal to Wall Street: He Works for the Bank Powering America's Biggest Fintechs \| Pravesh Rijal	08 août 2026	01:11:18
From Wall Street trading floors to Nepal's hydropower-fed data centers, we're diving deep into the collision of artificial intelligence, banking, and national ambition a conversation about who controls the future of money, why accountability matters more than speed, and whether a young, resource-rich nation like Nepal can finally stop importing outcomes and start exporting intelligence with Pravesh Rijal. In this episode, we talk about: -Why does a Wall Street quant with a PhD in transformer architecture believe Nepal can leapfrog nations decades ahead of it -How $24 billion sitting in Nepali bank vaults and $10 billion in yearly remittance could become the country's biggest untapped weapon -What happens when AI stops being a tool humans use and starts becoming the distribution channel for all of finance -Why banks are terrified fintechs are quietly stealing the one thing that actually matters — data -How a 2017 research paper called "Attention Is All You Need" secretly built the foundation for every AI tool the world uses today -What it really means when a bank tells you "we're just custodians" while billions move invisibly through their rails -Why speed without accountability is the fastest way to destroy trust in the age of AI -How Nepal's 9-10% remittance transaction cost is silently taxing millions of families every single month -What the future of embedded finance looks like when banks disappear completely and come to you instead This episode asks the one question every Nepali dreamer needs to sit with: are we ready to stop importing outcomes, and finally start exporting intelligence. Because the tools exist. The talent exists. The only thing left to decide is whether we're bold enough to use them. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 04:54 What is Quant? 09:54 "Attention Is All You Need" Is the Foundation of GPT 12:16 My PhD Research Is on Transformers 14:19 Our Philosophy at Cross River 21:13 Where Is Fintech Headed Globally? 28:41 Embedded Finance Might Become Bigger Than Fintech 33:18 The Biggest Moat Is Intelligence and Distribution 35:06 The First Decentralized Data Marketplace Developed in Nigeria 40:00 Something Is Happening in Nepal 45:21 Cities Are More Similar Than Countries 50:16 What Is a Stablecoin? 1:05:20 How Would You Train the Next Generation Differently? Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Pravesh Rijal EVP, Chief Data & AI Officer, Cross River LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveshrijal/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #GlobalFinance #TechLeadership #Fintech #CareerTrajectory #NepalTech #EmergingMarkets #Innovation
	Former Kantipur Digital COO Breaks Down Why Nepali Media Lost Its Way	01 août 2026	01:59:09
Great ideas don’t build scale. Calculated execution does. Meet Ananta Saurabh: a tech leader who operates where high-level vision meets gritty, hands-on execution. Over two decades, he has built, scaled, and led digital powerhouses across Nepal's tech and media ecosystem. In this episode with Ananta Saurabh, we talk about: -The real numbers behind Kantipur's digital growth -Why he believes most media companies lost people's trust the moment they stopped serving the public and started serving themselves -What "brain, tools, and skills" means in his blueprint for a company that runs itself on AI -Why he calls himself "just a coding problem solver" who was making money without any purpose -How Kantipur's ad revenue climbed from $10 a day to over $1000 a day, and what nearly destroyed it overnight -Why he felt guilty charging money for his first laptop sale in India, and what he did about it This is a conversation about walking away from things you built, on purpose, and starting over with nothing but conviction. For every young Nepali founder wondering if leaving is failure or freedom, this episode answers it without flinching. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Highlights 10:47 The First Time I Met Sambhav 33:44 Why New Media Deserves Its Own Aggregator 56:21 Why AI Got Its Hype After ChatGPT 1:15:31 Time of Your Life 1:30:37 How Capital Gains Work in India and Other Nations 1:46:27 The Concept of "Stop-Bhai" Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Ananta Saurabh Founder & CEO, Pristinex Core Labs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anantasaurabh/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders… #NepaliEntrepreneur #KantipurDigital #NepalToIndia #DigitalMedia #NepalStartups
	Fusemachines' AI Education Director on Sovereign AI, Data Centers, and Why the Time Is Now	26 juil. 2026	01:36:09
Director of Talent Development and AI Education at Fusemachines, Rojesh M. Shikhrakar, has spent nearly a decade building and working with AI systems, long before the world knew what a prompt was and long before ChatGPT made "artificial intelligence" a dinner-table phrase. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on what's actually happening inside the machines we've started trusting with our decisions, our classrooms, and possibly our future economy. In this episode, we talk about: Why token costs are dropping 40x while model intelligence is compounding 1,000x, and what that math means for anyone building today. How predictive policing exposes the one thing AI still cannot do, forecast human social outcomes with any real accuracy. What "human in the loop," "on the loop," and "off the loop" actually mean for the jobs disappearing first. Why hallucination isn't a bug that will eventually be fixed. It's a permanent tax the industry has quietly accepted. How Nepal could build sovereign AI infrastructure instead of renting intelligence from someone else's data center. What happens to entry-level hiring when AI makes junior-level output senior-level ready almost overnight. Why competing with China, India, or the US on AI is the wrong game, and what the right one looks like. How philosophy, not code, might ultimately define where artificial intelligence goes next. This isn't a conversation about tools. It's about who gets to hold power when intelligence becomes cheap enough for anyone to buy. Rojesh M. Shikhrakar makes an uncomfortable case for why Nepal cannot afford to sit this one out. Watch it before your competitors do. TIMESTAMPS ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Highlights 07:19 Open Source vs Closed Source: What's the Difference? 16:07 AI Hallucinations Explained & It’s Impact 27:14 Why It's So Hard to Change Nepal's Education System 40:37 Is There Really Such a Thing as Originality? 46:30 Does Nepal Have the Capacity to Lead in AI? 57:38 Why Entry-Level Jobs Are Disappearing in Nepal 1:08:37 AI Has a Much Higher Ceiling Than Most People Think 1:11:21 Technology Has Always Been Built on Science 1:23:03 Why Software Companies Are Becoming Hardware Companies 1:33:12 How AI Is Driving the Rise of Cybersecuritya Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Rojesh M. Shikhrakar Director of Talent Development and AI Education, Fusemachines LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rojeshshikhrakar/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com EP 324 \| Rojesh M. Shikhrakar Director of Talent Development and AI Education, Fusemachines Strength Partner: Hama Steel #SovereignAI #TheDoers #Fusemachines #ArtificialIntelligence #AIEducation
	Can Nepal Become Asia's Next Outsourcing Hub?	23 juil. 2026	01:17:09
What does it take to lead the Nepal operations of a global Japanese manufacturing technology company? We sat down with Saugat KC, Vice President at MISUMI Nepal, to explore how one of Japan's leading manufacturing technology companies is building its presence in Nepal. From global industrial supply chains and digital transformation to market expansion and operational leadership, this conversation offers a rare inside look at what it takes to lead a global business from Nepal. In this episode, we discuss: Why a Japanese manufacturing technology company with a global presence chose to invest in Nepal and what that says about the country's growing potential. How Saugat KC went from employee to co-inventor on patented technology within MISUMI. How he rates Nepali graduates against global talent, and where the biggest skill and mindset gaps still exist. Why many established Japanese manufacturers are accelerating digital transformation and how Nepal can position itself as a trusted engineering and technology partner. If you're building something in Nepal and think the world is too far away to notice, this conversation says otherwise. It reminds us that with the right talent, mindset, and ecosystem, Nepal has the potential to build for the world, not just within its own borders. The opportunity is real. The question is: are we ready to seize it? TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Highlights 06:08 – What Does MISUMI Do? 17:19 – After 13 Years in Japan, Did He Ever Think of Returning to Nepal? 28:26 – Isn't Having a Patent a Big Deal? 39:42 – Nepal Has a Blanket Policy for All Companies Wanting to Operate Here 50:07 – What's Missing in Nepali Graduates? 1:03:06 – How Difficult Is It to Be a Dad While Working for a Japanese Company? 1:10:24 – How MISUMI's Presence in Nepal Is Helping Build the Country's Brand Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Saugat KC Vice President at MISUMI Nepal LinkedIn: https://jp.linkedin.com/in/saugat-kc-b0535387?trk=org-employees 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomeadoer2026/ Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/beco... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hamaironandsteel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingdreamsnepal/ Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com #DoersPodcast #SaugatKC #MISUMINepal #TechNepal #MadeInNepal #NepaliTech
	I Spent 15 Years Building Products. Here's What Nobody Told Me \| Product Management Leader	12 juil. 2026	02:02:17
Kailash Badu is one of Nepal's pioneering Product Managers. He helped scale CloudFactory during its early years, has built multiple products across AI, Enterprise Software and FinTech, and currently serves as VP of Product at Genese Solution. In this conversation, he shares over a decade of experience building products, leading teams, and preparing businesses for the AI era. From why 95% of software features are never used to why coding was never the real job of a software engineer, this conversation explores Product Management, Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, customer thinking, and what it takes to build products people actually use. Whether you're a software engineer, founder, product manager, business leader, or IT student, you'll find practical lessons on building products, adopting AI, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing technology landscape. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Highlight 00:02:04 - Introduction 00:03:47 - Scaling CloudFactory from Nepal 00:07:36 - From Programmer to Product Manager 00:12:18 - Why 95% of Software Features Go Unused 00:15:24 - Digitizing Nepal's Ministry of Education 00:26:01 - AI's Real Superpower Isn't Coding 00:26:38 - Business Is Just Decision Making 00:38:37 - Be Digital Native Before AI Native 00:46:37 - Is AI Just Another FOMO Trend? 00:52:28 - Why Coding Was Never the Real Job 00:58:02 - The Wedding Photographer Lesson Every Founder Needs 01:06:51 - The Four Pillars of FinTech 01:10:25 - Banks Are Just Matchmakers 01:25:31 - Why People Avoid Formal Banking 01:30:06 - Nepal's Fear-Based Regulation Problem 01:36:10 - Why Bank Transfers Are Still Slow 01:47:03 - AI Is a Commodity, People Are the Advantage 01:54:48 - Why Smart People Still Fail ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Kailash Badu VP of products @ Genese Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbadu/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HamaIronandSteel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889
	How to Get a 10 Lakh Loan (Without Collateral)	08 juil. 2026	01:21:52
From billing ledgers to building the backbone of Nepal's lending infrastructure. Meet Santosh Tamrakar, Managing Director of IMS SOFTWARE PRIVATE LIMITED a Nepali entrepreneur who turned a billing and inventory tool into one of the country's key players in digital lending and financial infrastructure. In this episode of The Doers, Santosh shares his journey building IMS Software from the ground up - from the early grind of selling billing systems banks and businesses didn't think they needed, to developing KBL IMS Digital Lending, MSME credit tools, and dynamic QR systems that now power everyday transactions. We explore the invisible discipline behind fintech infrastructure, the trust battles behind data-sharing and lending decisions, and what it really takes to build something the market doesn't know it needs yet. Whether you're a founder, a tech enthusiast, or someone who's ever taken out a loan through an app without a second thought, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the unglamorous engineering behind Nepal's financial systems. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Santosh Tamrakar Managing Director, IMS SOFTWARE PRIVATE LIMITED Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santosh-tamrakar-46837b45/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HamaIronandSteel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #thedoersnepal #nepalientrepreneur #digitallending #imssoftware #nepalstartups #businesspodcast #technology #innovationnepal #techinnepal #billingsoftware #DynamicQR #thedoers #NepalPodcast
	Nepali From Khotang Who Built a Cybersecurity Company in India	03 juil. 2026	01:42:47
From a small town in Khotang to building an AI-driven cybersecurity company in India, Dip Jung Thapa's entrepreneurial journey is one of resilience, innovation, and global ambition. In this episode of The Doers, we discuss cybersecurity, AI, digital scams, building Kratikal, scaling a technology company, and the lessons behind taking a startup from an idea to an IPO. If you're interested in startups, technology, AI, entrepreneurship, or cybersecurity, this episode is for you. Timestamps 00:00:00 – From Khotang to Building a Cybersecurity Company 00:03:23 – Leaving Nepal to Study in India 00:06:28 – The Hacked Gmail That Changed Everything 00:10:56 – Inside the World of Cybersecurity 00:13:35 – Building Kratikal: Product vs Service Business 00:20:03 – Why 95% of Cyber Attacks Start With People 00:28:33 – How Hackers Can Send Emails From Your Gmail 00:33:36 – Why Smart People Still Get Hacked 00:35:27 – The Terrifying Rise of Digital Arrest Scams 00:38:34 – Kratikal's IPO & Global Expansion Plans 00:47:25 – Building a Global Company as a Nepali Founder 00:53:13 – AI Is the New Weapon for Hackers 00:57:39 – Growing From Founder to CEO 00:59:48 – Creating Millionaires Through ESOPs 01:16:19 – AI Advice for Students & Young Professionals 01:22:27 – Business Lessons From His Father's Shop 01:31:40 – Sales Is About Building Long-Term Relationships ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Dip Jung Thapa Co-Founder and COO @ Kratikal Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-wallis/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HamaIronandSteel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersNepal #CyberSecurity #AI #Kratikal #DipJungThapa #Entrepreneurship #Startup #Podcast #Technology #NepaliFounder
	Will AI Create The First One-Person Unicorn?	27 juin 2026	01:21:10
From writing his first lines of code at twelve to founding Intuji at fifteen and building a global digital transformation firm that works with manufacturers, wholesalers, and industrial businesses across continents. We're diving deep into why the most dangerous gap in business today isn't a talent gap or a capital gap, but a thinking gap. A failure to separate activity from outcomes. This is a conversation with Julian Wallis about what it actually takes to build a business that compounds where your data, your systems, and your digital ecosystem become assets no competitor can replicate. -What "QTIP" means, and why every founder needs to tattoo it on their brain before their next team meeting. -How the difference between a job and a task is the only thing standing between you and irrelevance in the next five years. -What "PSV thinking" is and why every tech investment decision should start and end with it. -How the companies that will dominate the next decade aren't the ones adopting AI fastest, they're the ones who own their data first. -Why high performers aren't in danger from AI, low performers are already gone. -What it actually means to build an "edge factor" and why most businesses are building features instead. And this episode is a masterclass in building things that last not just systems, but businesses that compound, compete, and win on their own terms. If you're building in Nepal, this is the conversation you didn't know you needed. 8 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Highlights 05:23 - What's QTIP? 08:50 - How Do You Find the Right People? 10:58 - Meaning Behind the Name "Intuji" 18:58 - What Do You Think About AI? 26:58 - Difference Between a Job and a Task 39:23 - Importance of Structured Data 41:03 - "Data Is the New Currency" Finally Makes Sense 44:24 - The Future of Software: UI & Large Language Models (SaaS) 46:00 - Can a $100,000/Month Budget Build a Business with Almost No Human Involvement? 48:30 - Why Product Companies Own Their Data but Service Companies Don't 50:10 - How Giant Companies Keep Finding New Revenue Streams 55:57 - How Should Nepal Be Branded as a Tech Nation? 59:10 - Why the Government Has Made Doing Business in Nepal Difficult 1:00:34 - What Bothers Julian Most About Doing Business in Nepal? 1:04:54 - How to Choose One Tech Domain and Become an Expert 1:06:51 - What Was Julian Like During His School & Childhood Days? 1:10:33 - The Moment That Sparked Julian's Passion for Digital Transformation 1:11:40 - What Bothers Julian in General? 1:13:43 - "If I'm Doing Nothing, I Get Itchy." 1:15:26 - We Overestimate One Year and Underestimate Ten Years 1:16:28 - Why It's Easier to Give Up When Things Get Tough 1:18:06 - Julian's Love for Nepal #TheDoers #TheDoersNepal #JulianWallis #Intuji #DigitalTransformation ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Julian Wallis Founder & CEO, Intuji Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-wallis/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HamaIronandSteel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889
	Nepal Cut Agriculture Budget but Spent 70% on Fertilizer. Here's Why That's a Problem.	21 juin 2026	01:16:39
Nepal's agriculture sector stands at a crossroads. In this episode, Dr. Ashesh Bhattarai shares his perspective on Nepal's agriculture budget, fertiliser dependency, livestock development, food security, agricultural insurance, and the opportunities that could shape the future of farming in Nepal. From bird flu and fertiliser imports to self-sufficiency, entrepreneurship, and the future of agriculture, this conversation explores the realities, challenges, and opportunities facing one of Nepal's most important sectors. Timestamps 00:00 Episode Highlights 01:35 Introduction 01:56 First Impressions of the New Agriculture Budget 02:16 Why the Agriculture Budget Shrank 03:17 Where 70% of the Budget Goes 04:15 Research, Innovation & Agricultural Development 07:35 A Grant Model That Actually Makes Sense? 14:28 The Global Fertilizer Challenge 16:01 Organic Fertilizer: Nepal's Untapped Opportunity 18:36 Have Farmers Been Heard? 19:33 Why Nepal Still Depends on Imported Fertilizer 22:44 Communicating Farmer Concerns to Policymakers 24:11 Bird Flu and Its Impact on Farmers 28:31 The Reality of Agricultural Insurance 31:41 Why Many Farmers Avoid Insurance 33:34 Nepal's Most Successful Agriculture Sector 34:03 Are We Already Self-Sufficient in Livestock? 45:49 Why Farming Is a Matter of Pride in Some Countries 54:49 Finding Nepal's Agricultural Strengths 58:54 The Story Behind "Balen Cheese" 59:49 Food Security and National Security 01:00:48 Why Food Security Matters to Every Nepali 01:03:00 Can Agriculture Create Prosperity? 01:03:33 The Most Underrated Business in Nepal? 01:03:56 Why Agriculture Can Be a Lifestyle Business 01:05:35 Final Thoughts ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Dr. Ashesh Bhattarai Country Team Lead Nepal USSEC Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asheshbhatttarai/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersNepal #DrAsheshBhattarai #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #Livestock #Nepal #Agribusiness #Farming
	FASTO's Founder's Take on Entrepreneurship, AI & Nepal's Future	14 juin 2026	02:11:37
Building one of Nepal’s ambitious supply chain ecosystems (Fasto) to exploring AI, education, government transformation, founder psychology, and the future of national development, we’re diving deep into what it really takes to build systems that outlast trends in this upcoming episode. We dive deep into: -Why confidence is a myth and clarity is the only thing that actually builds successful founders -How a sovereign AI strategy could decide whether Nepal becomes a tech consumer or a tech creator -What 60% of government spending going to administrative costs reveals about Nepal's hidden inefficiency crisis -Why "this is the best time to come back to Nepal" isn't just optimism. It's a calculated bet. -How Nepal's youth skill gap could become its biggest opportunity or its deepest failure -Why founders, not corporations, are becoming the most powerful storytellers and the most dangerous ones -What spirituality has to do with building a business empire -How supply chains quietly shape the future of an entire nation This is a conversation about clarity in an age of information overload, optimism in a country full of untapped potential, and why the next generation of entrepreneurs may have more opportunity than any generation before them. If you're thinking about startups, technology, policy, AI, or Nepal’s future on the global stage. This episode will challenge how you think about growth, progress, and what comes next. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Highlights 9:46 – How to utilize your network. 10:03 – Big players in this field (supply chain) 18:21 – $20/month is a nominal cost for AI 28:01 – The government can be one of the biggest consumers (clients). 38:02 – Our Prime Minister is around our age. 45:37 – This is the best time for the Nepali diaspora to return. 55:18 – Pahadi is a platform/company with multiple brands. 1:03:11 – What is an inefficient supply chain? 1:20:23 – Built Claude into my 24/7 companion. 1:28:02 – Spiritual strength comes after physical and mental strength. 1:40:19 – Clarity is the only thing that actually builds confidence. 1:46:54 – Degrees are becoming less relevant. 2:00:59 – If it looks effortless, a lot of effort has gone into making it look that way. If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Prashant Ghimire Chairman, Pahadi Foods & Fasto LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashantghimirenp/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #NepalStartup #Fasto #FounderMindset #ArtificialIntelligence #BuildInNepal
	Why International Degrees Are Booming in Nepal \| Explained by Expert with 30+ Years of Experience	14 juin 2026	01:33:59
We're diving deep into one of the most urgent and overlooked conversations in Nepal: the broken bridge between learning and earning. This is an episode about what happens when a system designed for the last century tries to prepare young people for the next one. Our guest has spent three decades at the intersection of education policy, vocational training, and workforce development: Dr. Usha Bhandari In this episode, we talk about: -Why the most dangerous thing in Nepal's education system isn't corruption. It's irrelevance. -Why "gap year" is a lie we tell ourselves and how that same period could be the most transformative labor market entry of a young person's life -How degrees are becoming decorations while skills, attitude, and work-based learning become the real currency of employment -Why we need to move past treating vocational skills as a lesser path -Why internships without pay are exploitation disguised as opportunity This is not just a conversation about education. This is a conversation about the future of work, the value of skill, and whether Nepal is ready to build a generation that doesn't have to leave home to find a worthy career. TIMESTAMPS 0:02:56 — Why Nepali Graduates Aren’t Market-Ready 0:05:15 — The Rise of International Degrees in Nepal 0:11:06 — Who Ensures Quality in Higher Education? 0:16:46 — Understanding Academic Permeability 0:20:34 — How Effective Is Permeability in Nepal? 0:27:13 — The Need for Industry-Led Education 0:30:31 — Why Academia and Industry Must Work Together 0:56:07 — The Future of Part-Time Higher Education 1:01:46 — What Nepal Can Learn from Indonesia’s Success 1:06:45 — Using Technology to Reduce Inequality 1:08:38 — How Switzerland Transformed Its Education System 1:14:47 — Building Strong Links Between Education and Employment 1:15:37 — Why Taking a Gap Year Can Be Valuable 1:21:41 — How Universities Can Stay Relevant in a Changing World 1:27:34 — Reflecting on 30 Years in Education 1:30:40 — A Guide to Career Counselling for Nepal If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Dr. Usha Bhandari Advisor TVET, Swisscontact LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-usha-bhandari-9517a5176/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoers #SkillsOverDegrees #Nepal #VocationalEducation #FutureOfWork
	Why He Left US To Build In Nepal \| 20+ Years in Private Equity	14 juin 2026	01:28:19
From the corridors of the World Bank in Washington DC to the chaotic streets of Kathmandu, we're diving deep into the untold truths of Nepal's private capital markets, the illusions of a venture ecosystem, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in a country the world keeps underestimating. This is a conversation about conviction, and the quiet courage of coming home. Dipta Shah, who chose to trade a global career to build back in Nepal. In the upcoming episode, we talk about: -How Nepal's so called "venture capital" market is not a venture capital market -How "grantrepreneurs" are silently killing Nepal's startup ecosystem -How a bootstrapped company with zero offices is quietly placing Nepali freelancers in global market and growing 100% year on year -How AI is reshaping power, opportunity, and inequality across the world -Why digital labor may become Nepal’s strongest export While the rest of the world races toward AI, infrastructure, and innovation, Nepal is running out of time to decide whether it wants to compete or simply watch from the sidelines. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 12:23 Careful about Quantum of Capital Raised 17:56 8–9 License Managers in Nepal 18:11 Nepal is a Private Capital Market 22:08 Why Do These Portfolio Management Services Exist? 26:50 What Nepal Can Learn from India's Startup Ecosystem 31:40 The Funding Gaps in Nepal's Startup Ecosystem 34:35 The Hidden Cost of Lack of Grant Money 45:23 How AI is Changing the Venture Capital Industry 50:48 Why AI is Making People Work More, Not Less 54:00 Nepal's Fear of Missing Out on AI 59:22 Nepal's Hidden Superpower 1:07:45 The Vision Behind Vikasa Tech 1:11:45 The State of Tech Talent Today 1:12:50 Traditional Business vs. Vikasa Tech's Approach 1:18:15 Observing the Rise of "New Nepal" in 2026 1:21:10 How Can Nepal Bring Back Ultra High Achieving Individuals back? 1:22:08 Why Successful Nepalis Want to Return Home 1:23:27 The Burning Desire to Create Impact in an Underdeveloped Country If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Dipta Shah Co-Founder, VikasaTech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipta-shah-5513b04/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: / himalayaneve. . Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #VentureCapital #NepalTech #BuildInNepal #Thedoersnepal #VikasaTech
	How Yango Is Winning Nepal’s Ride-Hailing War \| Santosh Pandey \| Country Manager at Yango Nepal	14 juin 2026	01:34:59
“Cheap rides. Driver bonuses. Millions of users. So how is Yango actually making money?” In this episode, Yango Nepal Country Manager Santosh Pandey breaks down the real business behind Nepal’s ride-hailing industry from scaling to millions of users, to building a tech ecosystem powered by 34 local Nepali companies. We talk about: Ride-hailing wars in Nepal Yango’s competitive edge Gig economy & earning opportunities Why Kathmandu became a priority market And the future of tech, EVs, and logistics in Nepal Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:20 First Camera Appearance After Joining Yango 01:50 Launching Yango in Nepal 02:49 Millions of People Already Use Yango 05:36 Yango’s Partner Model Explained 06:41 Why Cheap Pricing Worked in Nepal 10:21 Yango Is More Than a Ride-Hailing App 11:00 The 34 Nepali Companies Behind Yango 12:55 Is Yango a Tech Company or a Map Company? 15:28 How Fast Yango Expanded Across Kathmandu 25:28 Ride-Hailing Wars: Who Can Burn More Cash? 34:15 Personal Branding & Success 34:46 The Random Coffee Message That Changed Everything 36:08 “Can I Actually Do This?” - Imposter Syndrome 39:01 One Year Fully Focused on Yango 47:22 “You Don’t Need To Go Abroad To Earn 1 Lakh” 01:09:48 Why Gig Economy Jobs Aren’t Long-Term 01:10:23 The Real Truth About Gig Economy 01:11:49 What Does “New Nepal” Look Like? 01:12:25 Nepal’s Technology Shift Is Finally Happening 01:28:58 Young Teams, Global Exposure & The Future If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Santosh Pandey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshpandeynepal/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersNepal #YangoNepal #StartupNepal #RideHailing #GigEconomy #Entrepreneurship #TechInNepal
	Most Companies Are Operating in Loss” \| Why Nepal’s Remittance Companies Are Quietly Dying	14 juin 2026	01:49:49
$11.5 billion flows into Nepal every year through remittance. More than half of it never enters the formal system. And the companies legally processing the rest are operating at a loss. Ritesh Mittal has spent 21 years inside this industry. In this episode he tells us everything the industry does not want to say out loud. The informal economy, the collapsing margins, the Middle East risk, the skill development opportunity, and why the next big solution will come from a young Nepali willing to treat this problem as a personal mission. This conversation is a mirror held up to Nepal: its ambitions, its failures, and the window of opportunity that is still, just barely, open. The clock is ticking, the money is moving, and Nepal needs to decide what side of history it wants to be on. In this episode of The Doers Podcast, we talk about: -Nepali diaspora sends $11.5 billion home every year, and more than half of it never enters the formal system. -Why has one of the most critical industries in Nepal been operating at a loss for years, and nobody is talking about it? -What happens to Nepal's economy the day Middle East instability forces millions of workers to come home? -How does a 21-year industry veteran watch his revenue grow and his profits collapse at the same time? -The remittance business built this nation, and it might be quietly dying. -Why skill development, not remittance, might be the real next frontier, and why young Nepalis are sleeping on it. Timestamps: 0:00 – Episode Highlights 1:10 – Opening Conversation 7:05 – His Journey, Struggles & Early Hardships 14:18 – Building International Partnerships in the Remittance Industry 21:34 – Why Revenue Increased but Profits Declined 27:01 – Why Remittance Companies Are Remembered Only During Foreign Reserve Crises 33:36 – How Trade Activities Indirectly Facilitate Hundi Networks 47:30 – Why Remittance Companies Should Be Allowed to Open Foreign Bank Accounts 55:24 – The Social Consequences Emerging from Nepal’s Remittance Dependency 1:07:26 – Every Problem Becomes a Solution When Viewed Differently 1:13:10 – The Unexpected Countries Sending Remittance to Nepal 1:23:34 – Remittance Companies Pay Nearly 30% in Taxes 1:34:11 – Building Businesses in Industries He Initially Knew Nothing About 1:41:30 – Advice He Would Give to His Younger Self 1:46:40 – Closing Remarks If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Ritesh Mittal Executive Chairman, NepalRemit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mittalritesh/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneve... Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #Remittance #NepalRemittance #NepalEconomy #TheDoers #TheDoersNepal #NepalRemittanceAssociation
	Nepal’s NID System is Not Safe \| Why Cyber Security Must Become Nepal's #1 Priority	14 juin 2026	01:21:59
Meet Bijay, a cybersecurity entrepreneur working at the intersection of AI, national security, and digital infrastructure. With experience across SaaS security, enterprise systems, and AI-powered cyber defense, he works with national and international clients while actively advocating for stronger cybersecurity standards in Nepal. In this conversation, Bijay explains why cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, but a national security priority. From AI-generated malware and cyber warfare to Nepal’s outdated policies, data privacy risks, and the future of AI-driven attacks, he explores how technology is evolving faster than governments and organizations can adapt. In this episode of The Doers Podcast, we talk about: -Why cybersecurity is now a national security issue, not just an IT problem -How AI is changing both cyber defense and cyber warfare -Why Nepal still operates on outdated cybersecurity policies from 2012 -Why young Nepali cybersecurity talents are world class but lack direction -Why future wars may begin with cyber attacks, not missiles -What Nepal must do to build a billion dollar cybersecurity industry -Why “secure by design” is becoming mandatory in the AI era From AI threats to digital warfare, from policy failures to untapped Nepali talent, this conversation goes deep into the future of cybersecurity, national resilience, and Nepal’s place in the global tech ecosystem. Timestamps: 0:00 Highlights 0:59 Bijay back at The Doers podcast after 5 years 5:30 Rapid changes in innovation due to AI 9:29 How will you protect your data and information? 15:13 Now cyber security has become a basic need. 20:13 Health sector is a neglected area. 24:46 There is no cyber security law in Nepal. 28:32 Big visions with no base in Nepal’s digital plan 39:10 MBBS student in bug bounty 44:29 Status of young graduates in this field 49:49 Milestones to achieve to get into cyber defence 57:32 Why are we losing projects from abroad? 1:12:42 Principle of Palantir’s CEO 1:16:34 It is a race of capital. 1:20:44 Showcase investors our capabilities and competence. If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest: Bijay Limbu Senihang CEO, Vairav Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijaysenihang/ #TheDoersGlobal #vairavtech #nepaltoglobal #IT #cybersecurity 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneve... Instagram: / hei.com.np Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889
	Nepal Reached 4500 MW. The Hard Part Starts Now.	05 juin 2026	01:19:16
Nepal has crossed 4500 MW of electricity generation. But why are we still importing electricity? Why are transformers under pressure? And can Nepal turn its energy surplus into an economic advantage? In this episode, Anjal Niraula breaks down Nepal's energy future—from hydropower, solar, and EVs to energy security, Bitcoin mining, grid infrastructure, and the hidden challenges facing the country's power sector. A conversation about the future of energy, the economy, and Nepal's path toward true energy independence. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:35 The Energy Crisis Nobody Is Talking About 04:27 Why Energy Imports Hurt Nepal's Economy 07:59 Why Nepal Still Imports Electricity 11:45 Green Hydrogen and Nepal's Energy Future 12:02 Bhutan's Bitcoin Mining Strategy 16:53 Can Nepal's Grid Handle EVs and Induction Stoves? 20:39 Why More Electricity Doesn't Automatically Mean Prosperity 28:09 Smart Energy Planning and Demand Management 28:39 Why NEA Can't Do Everything Alone 29:46 The Challenge of Creating Domestic Demand 30:21 Can 4500 MW Become an Economic Risk? 32:24 The Case for Private Sector Participation 38:37 Every Home Is a Power Plant 39:25 The Rooftop Solar Debate 41:54 Cheap Power, Growth and Development 42:39 Solar vs Hydro: The Speed Difference 46:23 Can Solar Power Factories? 53:45 Why Solar Complements Hydropower 1:13:52 energy security is national security If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest: Anjal Niraula CEO, Gham Power LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjal-niraula-3b360674/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #AnjalNiraula #NepalEnergy #EnergySecurity #Hydropower #SolarEnergy #EVNepal #PowerGrid #NepalEconomy #RenewableEnergy #NepaliPodcast #TheDoersNepal #Nepal
	Why Nepal’s Universities Are Falling Behind In The AI Era \| ACCA Country Head	12 mai 2026	02:06:13
“Knowledge alone is no longer enough.” In this episode of Doers, we are joined by Rabin Katwal for a deep conversation on AI, education, geopolitics, capitalism, human psychology, and Nepal’s future. From why humans naturally imitate each other to why smart people are becoming dependent on AI to why Nepal’s biggest fear should be the quality of human resources this episode explores the uncomfortable realities most people are not talking about yet. We discuss: AI agents vs AI tools Claude, ChatGPT, and dependency on AI ACCA changing its curriculum because of AI why humans default to zero-sum thinking China’s AI strategy and open source models why Nepal’s education system is still behind interdisciplinary thinking and design thinking spirituality, consciousness, and intelligence and how modern humans are struggling to keep up with the complexity of the world A layered conversation connecting: AI, psychology, systems thinking, survival, entrepreneurship, power, education, and the future of Nepal. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:22 Why This Conversation Matters 3:06 AI Is Not Just ChatGPT 7:06 Why ACCA Is Rebuilding Education Around AI 12:30 “I Can’t Imagine Working Without AI” 14:20 The Fear Of Losing Access To AI 17:18 The World Is Moving Towards Localization 21:26 Globalization Was Never Neutral 21:59 Why Humans Copy Each Other 30:56 Humans Naturally Think In Competition 33:11 AI Could Become Humanity’s Biggest Risk 36:51 China’s Open Source AI Strategy Explained 41:19 Why Nepal Cannot Win The AI Infrastructure Race 49:03 Nepal’s Real Crisis Is Human Resources 55:00 Why Patriotism Feels Different In Nepal 57:50 Why Nepal Struggles To Build Great Institutions 1:06:55 What Universities Must Change Immediately 1:14:18 Why Humans Hate Giving Away Power 1:23:10 Escaping The Brain’s Default Programming 1:31:50 Why Intelligence Is Hard To Define 1:41:50 Can Nepal Build Ethical AI? 1:48:05 Why China Focuses On Itself 1:56:50 Can Universal Basic Income Actually Work? 2:00:50 The Conflict Between Learning & Inner Peace If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Rabin Katwal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabinkatwal/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: /weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #DoersGlobal #RabinKatwal #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Nepal #NepaliPodcast #Podcast #FutureOfWork #HumanIntelligence #Education #Technology #ACCA #CriticalThinking #Geopolitics #AIAgents #ChatGPT #ClaudeAI #SystemsThinking #NepalYouth #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #FutureOfEducation #OpenSourceAI #Psychology
	The Startup Nepali Banks Are Quietly Paying \| OnePoint \|	10 mai 2026	01:27:51
"Most of the wallets and PSOs in Nepal run on our platform, and nobody knows about us." In this episode, we sit down with the founders of One Point, the "invisible backbone" of the fintech industry. While you might use eSewa, Khalti, or Fonepay every day, you probably didn't know that the middleware making those transactions possible is often powered by One Point. From the high stakes "last minute" launch of Nepal Payment Solution (NPS) to implementing world first banking technology in countries like Jordan, Myanmar, and Cambodia. This conversation is a masterclass in building a global tech product from Nepal. In this episode, we talk about -The "Dirty Tech" Philosophy: Why building unglamorous middleware is a million dollar idea. -Going Global: How One Point successfully entered diverse markets across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. -The Open Banking Revolution: Why the future of finance isn't just an app, but a connected ecosystem. -Pricing for Disruption: How One Point provides 5x more value at a fraction of the cost of global giants. -The DIY Platform: Why the best enterprise software is the one where the customer never has to call support. Timestamp 1:12 — How OnePoint Got Its Name 3:19 — From fax based to digital remittance journey 6:13 — Even the central bank couldn’t give clarity 13:03 — Story of how ATM was hacked 15:57 — COVID was blessing in disguise 20:09 — How pricing was set for their product? 24:02 — Almost every Nepali banks are using our middleware 28:20 — What is open banking? 36:14 — The Role of Regulators in Open Banking 46:32 — How similar/different is open banking from embedded finance 51:29 — Type of tech companies in Nepal 53:43 — Implementing technology that is not accepted in Nepal 1:00:49 — Future plan of Onepoint 1:01:29 — Our best customer don’t call us 1:03:59 — The only company in Nepal 1:05:27 — One of the few Nepali companies to be Gartner listed 1:10:47 — There is no AI without API 1:12:59 — How much do Nepali banks pay you? 1:18:58 — Team of 15–20 people that aim to serve 100 international organizations 1:23:30 — Nepali population adapts technology fast 1:24:42 — Suggestion to policymakers from the executives of Onepoint If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Shree Pratap Shrestha CEO, OnePoint Financial Services LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratap-stha/ Bikram Duwal CTO, OnePoint Financial Services LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bikram-duwal-9a287aa3/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersGlobal #Onepoint #fintech #nepaltoglobal
	Can Nepali Youth Really Create Jobs? Here’s How	03 mai 2026	01:20:55
Can Nepali youth really build startups or are we still stuck in the same cycle? In this episode, we sit down with Niraj Khanal, an ecosystem enabler, startup mentor, and investor, to break down the reality of building startups in Nepal from the ground up. From incubation to angel investment, this conversation explores how Nepal’s startup ecosystem is evolving, what’s still broken, and what founders need to understand before they start. We talk about why most first-time founders struggle, the truth about funding and traction, and how mindset, not just money, determines whether a startup survives. This episode also challenges common startup myths in Nepal from “investor bina startup hudaina” to the belief that ideas alone are enough. More importantly, it highlights something deeper why youth struggle to build, how environment shapes ambition, and what needs to change if Nepal wants more job creators instead of job seekers. If you’re a student, founder, or someone thinking about building in Nepal, this conversation will give you clarity on what it actually takes. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:12 PEVC growth and regulation in Nepal 05:03 First-time founders reality 07:13 Same problems from 2012 to 2026 09:46 Weak foundation of Nepal’s business ecosystem 13:08 What incubation actually does 17:24 Family-funded business culture 22:39 Investment thesis and decision making 27:45 Investors acting like bosses 30:44 India’s angel investor ecosystem 34:52 How founders actually make money 36:55 Diaspora interest in investing 43:38 Government’s role in ecosystem building 49:48 Core problem: coachability and mindset 01:01:34 Are parents holding youth back? 01:13:25 Why investors avoid certain founders 01:16:19 Youth seeing new possibilities If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-s3c8w-1aad277 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest Niraj Khanal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niraj-khanal-a980493b/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #doersglobal #startupnepal #entrepreneurnepal #foundersnepal #nepaliyouth #nepalstartup #startupjourney #angelinvestment #venturecapital #buildinpublic #businessnepal #entrepreneurship
	Future of Media in Nepal Is Already Here \| Techpana CEO	30 avr. 2026	01:45:51
You’ve seen fact-checking rise during the recent election, where viral fake news was constantly being verified. Behind much of that work is Bijay Timalsina from TechPana. In this episode, we explore how media in Nepal is changing in the age of AI, reach, and new content creators. In this episode, we discuss: -How TechPana does fact-checking -How TechPana earns as a media company -Careers in media and its future in Nepal -How AI is enabling anyone to become a creator This episode is powered by Become A Doer. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Become A Doer is an execution-focused academy built for students, professionals, and creators who want to build practical skills and real-world proof of work. The Personal Career Accelerator is a 6-hour intensive designed to help you build visibility, clarity, and direction in your career. Limited seats. Inquire now: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Timestamps: 0:00 Highlights 1:20 Introduction 2:50 Identity of Techpana 10:11 Fact Checkings by Techpana 17:07 Evolution in Content with AI 26:08 Fake trends/news during Election 31:04 Media Vs. Youtuber Vs. Podcaster 40:44 Revenue of Media Company 53:22 More Products, More Power? 56:00 Mass Media vs Niche Media 1:04:24 Nepal Media Company going Global 1:07:00 Don't go Viral Contents only 1:12:43 Importance of Integrity in Media 1:17:40 Short form content vs Long form Content 1:27:48 Misguiding content control 1:32:00 Current Government is from media background 1:37:55 how to start media company in 2026 _______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Bijay Timalsina https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjtimalsina Twitter: https://x.com/bjtimalsina 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomeadoer_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecomeADoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/personal-career-accelerator#apply?utm_campaign=doersglobalyt&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersPodcast #BijayTimalsina #TechPana #FutureOfMedia #NewMediaNepal #FactChecking #MediaInNepal #ContentCreation
	Nepal's Hidden "Spiritual Economy": The Next Big Business Opportunity?	30 avr. 2026	01:48:27
Nepal has a massive, hidden business opportunity that most people are completely missing. We always proudly call Nepal the land of spirituality. But have we ever thought about it as a serious, global business? While the rest of the world is making billions in the wellness and faith industry, we are holding back on combining our own culture with tech and startups mostly because people feel shy or awkward about turning tradition into a business. In this episode of The Doers, we sit down with Nirajan Bom M. (Founder of Vedicfeed) and Jesson Adhikari (Founder of Yagyashala Nepal). They are actively mixing our ancient traditions with modern technology to build real, growing companies. What we talk about in this episode: -How to turn traditional "Pujas" into professional, easy-to-book services. -Why the future of business is about selling "inner peace" and good experiences. -The shocking reality of how AI and technology might soon replace basic astrology predictions. -If you want to start a business or create something new, this episode will show you exactly how to find huge opportunities right inside our traditional culture. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:42 - Nepal's Hidden Spiritual Economy 07:22 - The Business Model of Faith: Custom Pricing Tiers 11:40 - Nepal's Real Asset: Selling Peace and Energy to Tourists 14:57 - Why Entrepreneurs Ignore the Spiritual Market 18:12 - The Pricing Gap: Imported Wellness vs. Local Potential 21:54 - The Struggles of Building a Spiritual Startup in Nepal 23:12 - How India Branded Yoga (And What Nepal Missed) 25:17 - The Corporate Taboo: Hiding Beliefs for Public Image 30:42 - Breaking the Social Stigma Around the Spiritual Industry 38:12 - The Global Shift: From Religion to Mental Wellness 47:42 - Building Systems: The Story of Yagyashala and Vedicfeed 57:52 - The Role of Data and Logic in Modern Astrology 01:05:02 - Commercializing Culture: The Challenges of Monetization 01:13:04 - Tech Disruption: Will AI Replace Human Astrologers? 01:19:07 - Productization: Shifting from Services to Scalable Products 01:20:26 - The Experience Economy: Packaging Vibes and Inner Peace 01:25:57 - Connecting the Next Generation to Traditional Roots 01:30:30 - Normalizing Spirituality as a Mental Health Solution 01:38:51 - The Blue Ocean Strategy: Nepal's Ultimate Trump Card 01:42:42 - Advice for New Founders: Where to Start Building? 01:46:16 - The Mindset Hack: Finding Opportunity Outside Your Comfort Zone 01:48:42 - Closing Thoughts: Exporting Nepal's Culture to the World _______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Nirjan Adhikari (Jesson) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirjan-adhikari-020626117/ Nirajan Bom M. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirajan/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #TheDoersNepal #SpiritualEconomy #NepalStartups #Vedicfeed #YagyashalaNepal #NepaliPodcast #EntrepreneurshipNepal #BusinessInNepal #AstrologyTech #ExperienceEconomy #TechInNepal #StartupMindset #BlueOceanStrategy #MentalWellness #TheDoers
	High Growth Careers in Fintech (Inside Payment Systems)	28 avr. 2026	01:09:33
#BusinessPodcast #DigitalPayments #Fintech We use payment systems every day. Scan, tap, done. But behind that one transaction…there’s a system most people don’t understand and a career path almost no one talks about. In this episode, we go inside Nepal’s payment ecosystem from cards and QR to the backend systems that power every transaction. We explore why payment systems are easy to use but hard to understand, why there is no formal education around this field, and how people are actually building careers inside it. This is a conversation about systems, not just usage and the growing opportunity for those who understand how money really moves. 🎯What we discussed: Why payment systems are complex beneath a simple user experience Lack of formal education in the payment/fintech industry Who gets hired in this field (and why freshers are entering) How to start learning and building a career in payments Card vs QR vs wallet — what actually powers transactions The knowledge gap in Nepal’s payment ecosystem Security, infrastructure, and global comparison Opportunities for startups and builders in fintech Real career journey inside banking and card systems Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Why Is Payment So Hard to Understand? 03:10 Hiring Freshers in Payment Systems 07:28 Card vs Wallet vs Cash in Nepal 09:30 QR Payments Still Run on Card Systems 11:06 Growth of Dollar Cards in Nepal 16:00 Future of Payments Without Dollar Cards 25:30 Nepal vs Global Security in Payments 33:18 Nepal’s Payment System Is World-Class 42:30 Opportunities for Startups in Fintech 1:02:00 Career Journey in Payment Systems 1:05:19 Competing Globally from Nepal If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest Bibek Ghimire / bibekghimire11 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #PodcastNepal #BusinessPodcast #CareerPaths #FutureCareers #TheDoersNepal #DoersGlobal #Fintech #PaymentSystems #DigitalPayments #CardPayments #QRPayments #BankingTechnology #NepalTech #NepalStartup #BuildInNepal
	How Free AI Could Be Nepal's Biggest Shortcut to Better Education	28 avr. 2026	01:32:14
#AI #NepalTech #OpenSource #DigitalNepal Prashish Rajbhandari has spent over a decade navigating the global tech ecosystem from Silicon Valley to the evolving Web3 and AI space. But what we’re seeing right now isn’t just another wave of innovation. It’s a tectonic shift. In this episode, we break down how AI has moved from simple autocomplete tools to powerful reasoning agents that can think, code, and execute end-to-end tasks. The barrier to high-level automation is collapsing, and the ceiling of what’s possible is rising every single day. More importantly, this isn’t just happening in Silicon Valley. This is about Nepal. A future where: “AI ले तिम्रो business लाई efficient बनाउँछ” From open-source models to real-world applications, this conversation explores how Nepal can leverage AI without paying the Silicon Valley price tag and what it takes to build in an AI-first world. 🎯 What we discussed: Why coding is becoming a “solved problem” The shift from AI tools to autonomous agents How open-source AI can solve local Nepali problems Why AI’s impact is compounding across every industry The real opportunity for Nepali startups in an AI-first world Why humans will still be the bridge between digital intelligence and the real world If you want to understand where technology is heading and how Nepal fits into that future, this is the conversation you need to hear. If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of The Doers LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest : Prashish Raj Bhandari https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashishh/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / / viewfinders. . This episode is brought to you by Become a Doer Instagram: / becomeadoer_ Facebook: / becomeadoer2026 Website: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/pers... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #PodcastNepal #BusinessPodcast #CareerPaths #thedoers
	Problems Killing Nepal’s Agriculture	15 mars 2026	01:42:20
After years of political instability Nepal now has a new government and rising expectations for reform. In this episode we explore whether sectors like agriculture can finally see meaningful change. Nepal is often called an agriculture country yet billions worth of food and agricultural inputs are still imported every year. Why has agriculture in Nepal struggled to reach its potential despite having land, water and manpower? Our guest Pranab Lohani, a greenhouse farming entrepreneur who returned to Nepal after a career on Wall Street, shares his experience building an agriculture business and the challenges he faced. The conversation explores the structural issues in Nepal’s agriculture sector including irrigation fertilizer imports, land prices, infrastructure and policy stability. We also discuss the opportunities that exist for young entrepreneurs in agriculture beyond traditional farming. Timestamps 0:00 Building an Agriculture Product in Nepal 4:10 How to Maintain Consistency in Farming 8:44 Why Food Security Is National Security 11:02 Nepal Imports 4 Kharba Worth of Food Every Year 15:15 The Irrigation Problem Holding Nepal Back 20:10 Why Most Agricultural Land Still Has No Irrigation 26:59 Hybrid Seeds That Changed Global Agriculture 27:00 Pesticides and the Reality of Modern Farming 28:30 Why Nepal Still Has No Fertilizer Factory 30:10 Organic Fertilizer and the Rise of Vermicompost 34:10 Hidden Opportunities in Nepal’s Agriculture Ecosystem 37:52 Mulching and Saving Water in Farming 38:39 Drip Irrigation and Efficient Agriculture 43:25 How Land Prices Are Killing Agriculture 48:59 Why Young Nepalis Are Leaving the Country 51:23 How Land Plotting Is Destroying Farm Land 57:11 The Biggest Tax Problem for Entrepreneurs 1:00:20 Nepal’s Last 5 Year Leader and Political Stability 1:07:34 Why Infrastructure Matters for Agriculture 1:20:48 Pranab Lohani’s Journey from Wall Street to Farming 1:31:03 Agriculture Jobs Are Growing in Nepal 1:31:57 You Don’t Need a Farm to Work in Agriculture Article Link: https://ukaalo.com/news/32468/ By Pranab Lohani ______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-... 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: / anup-ghimire-9366aa5a 👥 Guest Pranab Lohani Linkedin / pranablohani 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / / thedoersglobal Facebook: / / thedoersnepal 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfinders... This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: / 1ags33qqh3 Instagram: / hamasteel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneve... Instagram: / hei.com.np Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #newgovernment #nepal #balen #rsp #nepal #politics
	From Night Bus Driver to Worldlink CEO: The Journey of Keshav Nepal	01 mars 2026	01:41:26
Most people believe success follows a straight line. Study hard. Get a degree. Get a stable job. Climb the ladder. But what happens when life doesn’t follow that script? At 22, he was driving night buses between Bhairahawa and Kathmandu. At 47, he led Nepal’s largest ISP as CEO. In this conversation, Keshav Nepal shares why he has no regrets about the road he took — and why trying to plan your entire life at 20 might be the biggest mistake you can make. After losing his father at 17, responsibility came early. Driving buses wasn’t a setback. It was a season. And every season has its own job. We talk about: – Why you can’t live your 40s in your 20s – Why career growth is not linear – The danger of over-planning your future – What success actually means after 40+ years – Why he chose to step down at the peak – And what young people get wrong about ambition This isn’t a motivational story. It’s a perspective shift. If you’re in your 20s, confused about career, feeling behind, or overthinking your future — this episode will change how you see time, ambition, and growth. Career is lived forward. Understood later. Watch till the end. Timestamps 0:00 – Episode Intro 2:24 – From Night Bus Driver to CEO of WorldLink 12:38 – “Educated People Ruined Nepal” : What Did He Mean? 13:14 – Does He Still Stand by That Statement Today? 17:39 – If Education Built the West, Why Not Nepal? 20:24 – What 6 Years on the Highway Taught Him About Leadership 20:51 – The “Never Give Up” Mindset Built on Mugling Roads 36:30 – Why Caring for People Solves Bigger Problems 39:26 – Bachelor’s Dropout to Suing the Government for Education 43:26 – The Courtroom Argument That Changed Everything 55:17 – Why Being CEO Feels “Normal” to Him 55:50 – The Real Reason He’s Stepping Down 59:15 – How Much Time Does He Have Left as CEO? 1:31:42 – If Starting Over, Would He Still Choose Nepal? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Keshav Nepal https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshav-nepal-666841241/ Keshavnepal@gmail.com 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #DoersPodcast #KeshavNepal #WorldLink #CareerClarity #SuccessRedefined #LeadershipJourney #NonLinearPath #NepalPodcast #YouthMindset #PurposeOverPosition
	This Nepali Scientist Making Millions From Content \| Dr. Sagar Aryal \| The Doers	22 févr. 2026	01:42:04
Learn the SEO and Blogging strategy to earn $6,000/month from Nepal. Dr. Sagar Aryal (Founder of Microbe Notes) explains how to build Digital Assets and a global income business without leaving the country. Stop leaving Nepal. If you are a student or professional thinking about the airport, this conversation with Dr. Sagar Aryal is your roadmap to earning $6,000/month (6 Lakhs+) from your room. In this episode of The Doers, we break down how to stop the "Brain Drain" and start "Brain Circulation" by exporting digital assets instead of labor. Dr. Sagar Aryal discovered a new bacterial species in Nepal, but it was his science platform, Microbe Notes, that truly changed his life. Reaching over 1 million readers globally, he is the living proof that a Nepali degree combined with the right digital strategy can outperform a job abroad. We talk about: The $6,000/Month Secret: How niche blogging generates a global income in Nepal. Stop the Brain Drain: Why you don't need a visa to compete globally. The New CV: Why creating content is more valuable than your university degree in 2026. SEO for Nepalese: Turning your local knowledge into a global asset. Nocardia nepalensis: The story of discovering a species and validating it in Germany. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:39 – Journey: From Scientist to Millionaire Blogger 10:09 – Turning a Science Degree into a Digital Business 12:35 – The discovery of Nocardia Nepalensis 16:17 – Lessons from Germany: Validating your work globally 19:46 – Identifying a "Niche" with high market value 24:59 – Career Scopes in Microbiology 25:50 – Exporting Digital Content: How to earn Dollars from Nepal 35:15 – Step-by-Step: How Nepali students can start Blogging 43:20 – Content Strategy: How to diversify your income 48:35 – AdSense & Premium Traffic: Targeting US/UK audiences 52:26 – Niche Authority and scaling a Digital Brand 54:52 – SEO Masterclass: Understanding E-E-A-T for Google 1:01:45 – The $6,000/Month Blueprint for Content Creators 1:22:17 – Scaling: Turning Blog posts into Videos with AI 1:28:47 – Brain Circulation: Building a Global Asset from home 1:38:24 – The Daily Routine of a Successful Digital Entrepreneur ____________________________________________________________ If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Dr. Sagar Aryal 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #DrSagarAryal #Blogging #bloggingtips #NepaliScientist #Microbiology #MicrobeNotes #BloggingJourney #ContentCreation #SEO #DigitalEntrepreneur #BrainCirculation #BrainDrain #NepalYouth #NepalInnovation #NocardiaNepalensis #GlobalFromNepal
	He opened 17 Cafe in just junst 25 months \| Franchise Cafe Business Journey	08 févr. 2026	01:47:15
Thinking of opening a cafe ́ or franchise in Nepal? This conversation breaks down what actually happens after the doors open. From real costs and franchise models to systems, royalties, and why most cafés fail early. This episode goes beyond coffee and into how the business really works. If you’re considering a café, franchise, or any F&B venture, this is the reality check you should watch first. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 02:24 – How Caffeophilia Scaled to 16 Outlets in 25 Months 03:40 – 18 Years of Experience: Lessons From the Ground 06:14 – Why Coffee Shops Feel Trendy (And Why That’s Risky) 07:02 – How Much Does It Cost to Take a Caffeophilia Franchise? 07:38 – Infrastructure Requirements for a Cafe 09:28 – Different Types of Costs: Build, Training, Setup 11:00 – “Why Not Open My Own Brand Instead?” 11:20 – Why People Actually Invest in a Brand 13:37 – Cost of Opening Franchise Explained 16:49 – Is Franchise Really Passive Income? 18:15 – Can Restaurants Really Make 15–20% Profit? 20:55 – The Role of WhatsApp Groups & Community Systems 25:14 – The Question Every Listener Is Thinking: How to Take a Franchise 26:24 – Tata, Starbucks & How Big Franchise Systems Work 39:32 – Franchise Model Explained 42:22 – How We Designed Our Franchise Model 44:19 – Why Doing Business in Nepal Is Expensive 47:43 – Building Momo & Tea Brands Before Cafes 50:14 – Learning From Bajeko Sekuwa & Himalayan Java 52:23 – Master Franchise vs Area Franchise Explained 58:22 – The 3 Pillars: System, Cash Flow & Audit 01:04:26 – Can a Franchise Run Without the Founder Present? 01:07:50 – Why China? Why Not India or the US? 01:15:02 – How Nepal Failed to Standardize 01:22:15 – Taking Nepali Food Global 01:26:27 – From Farmer to Brand: The Backend Reality 01:30:02 – The Truth About Hotel Management Education 01:33:02 – Your Circle Shapes Your Future 01:36:09 – Manifestation vs Action 01:39:28 – Take Risks Early, While You’re Young If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal? Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Shashank Prabhat Shrestha Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shashank-prabhat-shrestha-551a8b1a/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #CafeBusiness #FranchiseBusiness #BusinessNepal #EntrepreneurshipNepal #CafeOwner #FranchiseLife #StartupNepal #FoodAndBeverage #SmallBusinessNepal #NepalEntrepreneurs
	The Media Wants To Keep You Angry, Anxious, and Depressed \| 23 Years in Kantipur \| Ghanashyam Khadka	30 janv. 2026	01:43:39
After spending 23 years in mainstream journalism at Kantipur, Ghanashyam Khadka chose to pause and reflect. In this conversation, Ghanshyam speaks openly about what decades inside the newsroom taught him. Not just about society, but about the human mind. He reflects on how constant negativity, breaking news, and outrage-driven media shape the way people think, feel, and react both individually and collectively. We talk about: -why we feel angry and overwhelmed despite living in a relatively peaceful time -how “you become what you consume” applies to news and social media the darker side of negativity-driven journalism -what Solution Journalism actually means -why mindfulness is missing from public life -and why he decided to step away from mainstream media Ghanashyam also shares his journey into mindful living, writing, and building a new platform, Nepal Bolchha, focused on solutions and stories of people who are quietly doing good. This episode is a slow, thoughtful conversation about journalism, awareness, responsibility, and the kind of society we are becoming. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 01:29 – 23 years at Kantipur and why he left 01:43 – The rise of negativity and constant outrage 02:08 – Living in the most peaceful era, yet feeling angry 03:24 – Why society is always cursing and reacting 03:46 – What Solution Journalism really means 07:19 – You become what you consume 07:48 – How negativity spreads from media to people 11:44 – Realizing the harm caused by negativity-driven journalism 12:07 – The pathway to mindfulness 12:37 – Why we need a different kind of journalism 19:00 – From journalist to entrepreneur 23:55 – Switching from journalism to podcasting 31:36 – The global shift in news and media 36:11 – What is transactional psychology 38:41 – Everyone is acting as media now 48:59 – Why Mindful Journalism is the future 59:29 – Mindfulness as a powerful healing tool 01:08:11 – Why youths are leaving Nepal 01:30:40 – “Put off the light so that we can see better” 01:41:29 – Why society needs more altruistic action
	Why eSewa CEO Left After 13 Years: The Truth Behind Leaving Fintech	16 janv. 2026	01:39:43
In this episode, Subhas Sapkota, CEO of Yeti Airlines and former CEO of eSewa, shares his lived experience leading across fintech, aviation, and education in Nepal. The conversation moves across three industries where Subash has held senior leadership roles and made long-term decisions inside complex systems. We begin with fintech. After years of leading eSewa and helping build it into a trusted digital wallet, Subash chose to step away from the CEO role even when everything was working well. In this episode, he explains why he left, what the “what next” moment looked like, and why he chose not to return to the wallet business again. In aviation, Subash shares his experience as the CEO of Yeti Airlines, where he took charge during a challenging period and led changes that helped move the company from loss to profit. He talks about the realities of running an airline in Nepal, the impact of policy and taxation, and how leadership decisions shape outcomes in a highly regulated industry. In education, the conversation turns to a problem he observed repeatedly as an employer and the gap between academic degrees and real-world readiness. Drawing from his experience at Yeti Airlines, eSewa, and F1Soft International, Subash explains why finding truly job-ready individuals is difficult. This led him to co-found two colleges in Nepal focused on practical, skill-based learning rather than rote education. Across all three industries, one pattern becomes clear: different sectors, different challenges but the same way of thinking behind leadership decisions. This episode is for anyone interested in: leadership inside Nepal’s systems making hard decisions when things are working understanding how thinking transfers across industries building long-term value rather than chasing short-term wins 🎙️ Watch the full conversation to hear how these experiences connect and what they reveal about leadership in Nepal. Timestamps 0:00 Journey of Subash Sapkota 6:20 Why Esewa wont’t become a bank 13:00 Core Leadership Framework used by Subash Sapkota 20:30 Harsh Reality of Airline Business (Yeti Airlines Ceo insight) 32:00 What Mindset Nepalese must have 35:50 Education System in Nepal 42:43 Limitation of Academic Degree 55:00 Reality of Foreign University Affiliated college in Nepal 57:02 Whose mistake ? Student leaving country 1:06:46 Master Framework of Subash for Business 1:10:50 Radical Changes required for Nepal 1:33:07 Will he ever come back to eSewa? ___________________________________________________________________________ Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Subash Sapkota CEO @ Yeti Airlines LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subhas-sapkota-42581937/?originalSubdomain=np 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #NepalPodcast #LeadershipInNepal #FintechNepal #AviationNepal #EducationInNepal #NepalBusiness #SystemThinking #DecisionMaking #BuildInNepal #EntrepreneurshipNepal
	You’re Educated. So Why Are You Still Unprepared? \| Nepal Education System	11 janv. 2026	01:36:12
The way we learn, work, and stay relevant is changing faster than ever. Yet many of our education systems were built for a very different world. In this episode, we sit down with Subigya Basnet, a multimedia specialist and long-time video producer who has worked closely with universities and global institutions to build online education content. From starting out in engineering to shaping digital learning experiences, Subigya brings a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on how education, AI, and content are evolving together. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: -Why earning a degree no longer guarantees real-world readiness -How online education actually works behind the scenes -Why early online programs relied on “white-glove” models and why that’s changing -How universities are shifting from third-party platforms to in-house digital learning -Why the application of knowledge matters more than information itself -How AI is reshaping learning, work, and job roles without fully replacing humans -Why one person using AI well can outperform entire teams -How content, multimedia, and storytelling are becoming core learning tools -Why personalized learning may define the future of education How global experience, networks, and content creation can become powerful assets This episode is for students, professionals, creators, educators, and anyone trying to understand how learning and careers are evolving in an AI-driven, content-first world and what it takes to stay relevant. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:47 Leaving Engineering for an Uncertain Career 00:03:11 The Video-First Internet Prediction 00:04:42 How Online University Degrees Actually Work (OPM) 00:06:58 The Revenue Model Behind Online Education 00:08:34 The Rise and Fall of 2U (EdTech Reality) 00:10:15 Producing a Semester of Education in 5 Days 00:12:40 The “White Glove” Culture in Higher Education 00:14:51 Why Education Was Built for the Industrial Age 00:15:59 Why Classroom Teaching Failed Online 00:16:45 The End of Universities as Knowledge Gatekeepers 00:17:29 ChatGPT vs Traditional Classrooms 00:20:25 Do Degrees Have an Expiry Date? 00:21:41 Why Big Tech Doesn’t Care About Degrees 00:24:35 The Era of Multiple Careers 00:25:42 Interdisciplinary Skills vs Single Specialization 00:27:51 AI Won’t Replace You But Someone Using AI Will 00:31:31 Applying Knowledge vs Memorizing Information 00:50:09 Why Every Company Is Becoming a Media Company 01:09:54 Building Community Before Building Products 01:35:50 2026 and the Need for Bold Decisions ___________________________________________________________________________ Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Subigya Basnet Multimedia Specialist German Marshall Fund of the United States LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/subigyabasnet/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Our ISP Partner: Vianet Communication Pvt. Ltd. Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #doers #business #nepal
	The "Success Story" Blueprint: How a Nepali Citizen Built India’s Largest P2P	04 janv. 2026	01:10:06
This fintech platform disbursed ₹18,000 crore+ in loans and serves over 3 crore users across India. In this episode, we sit down with Dipesh Karki, Co-founder & CPTO of LenDenClub, to unpack how a Nepali founder built one of India’s largest peer-to-peer lending platforms by focusing on systems, scale, and execution. Born into a middle-class family of teachers in Khotang, Dipesh began his journey with a scholarship to study engineering in India. Instead of looking West, he chose to build in India leveraging proximity, market depth, and a rapidly maturing fintech ecosystem. Today, LenDenClub has enabled ₹17,000–18,000 crore in loans, serves 30+ million customers, and is preparing for a potential IPO positioning itself as India’s first listed P2P lending platform. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why “Nepal is a small market” is an incomplete way of thinking What India’s startup ecosystem gets right about scale and regulation How unsecured lending works when borrowers have little or no credit history How AI is used to assess “intent to pay,” not just credit scores How LenDenClub navigated RBI regulation while others struggled Why India can be a real alternative market for Nepali founders Why Nepal needs to move from exporting labor to building creators and systems This episode is for founders, builders, students, policymakers, and anyone curious about how large-scale platforms are built, regulated, and sustained in the real world—especially from South Asia. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:35 Why Nepal Feels Like a “Small Market” 04:05 Nepali Identity Beyond Political Borders 07:28 Choosing India Over Nepal for Education 09:20 First Job in Delhi & Early Career Reality 12:05 Moving to Mumbai & Entering High-Stakes Engineering 14:35 Birth of LenDenClub 16:35 ₹17,000+ Crore in Loans & National Scale 18:05 Serving 30 Million Customers 19:35 The Problem with Shadow Lending 21:15 Why Regulation Was Non-Negotiable 25:35 How AI Changed Credit Decisions 27:05 Judging “Intent to Pay” with Data 30:35 The Future of Banking Without Banks 35:35 Why Unsecured Lending Matters 38:35 India vs Nepal: Regulation & Ease of Doing Business 41:35 Why Building in India Is Easier Today 47:35 Staying Nepali While Building in India 51:54 Nepal Between the World’s Two Biggest Markets 58:35 Why Civic Sense Holds Countries Back 1:06:35 Turning Native Skills into Global Products 1:24:35 The Only Limitation Is the Mind 1:34:35 From Labor Economy to Creator Economy Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Dipesh Karki CTO @ LenDenClub LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepeshkarkee/ 📲 Follow The Doers Nepal: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ 🎬 Production Partner: Viewfinders Production Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/viewfindersstudio/?igsh=MWlseDV5azB3Y3lsMw%3D%3D# This episode is strengthened by Hama Steels and insured by Himalayan Everest Insurance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AGS33qQH3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamasteel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/himalayaneverestinsurance?mibextid=LQQJ4d&rdid=Ccm3aTE9zypUEi6B&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FariZHNDrbMn2vFse%2F%3Fmibextid%3DLQQJ4d# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hei.com.np/ Need help building a high-quality podcast? They’ve got you covered – from set design and shooting to post-production and guest curation. 📸 Wedding Dreams Nepal Instagram: / weddingdreamsnepal Website: https://weddingdreamsnepal.com 📞 Call: +977 9813657889 #doersnepal #fintech #startuppodcast #founderstory #p2plending #NepaliFounder #startupjourney #digitallending #AIInFintech #entrepreneurship #businesspodcast #futureofbanking
	How Nepal Processes Millions of Digital Transactions Daily \| Digital December 2025	31 déc. 2025	01:46:14
As part of Digital December 2025, in partnership with Laxmi Sunrise Bank Limited, this episode explores how Nepal’s digital payment infrastructure is shaping the way money moves across the economy from everyday transactions to enterprise and national-level systems. This conversation brings together two key perspectives from Nepal’s digital payment ecosystem: Manoj Thapa, Country Head – Visa Nepal, sharing a global view on payments, cross-border commerce, and how international networks connect Nepali businesses to the world. Munni Rajbhandari, COO – Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL), explaining the national payment rails, enterprise payment systems, and the infrastructure that processes millions of transactions every day. Together, they discuss Nepal’s journey from manual, paper-based processes to a digitally connected payment ecosystem — and why the focus is now shifting from building infrastructure to driving adoption, trust, and customer experience. In this episode, you’ll learn: How money moves across banks, businesses, and platforms in Nepal What large-scale digital payment volumes reveal about the economy How enterprises and SMEs manage salaries, vendors, taxes, and disbursements digitally Why global payment connectivity matters for tourism, exports, and IT services How digital transaction data builds trust, creditworthiness, and future financial access Why security, standards, and financial literacy are critical as digital payments scale Whether you’re a business owner, financial professional, policymaker, or someone who pays digitally every day, this episode helps you understand where Nepal’s digital payment system stands today — and where it’s headed next. Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Digital December \| Episode 2 02:00 – Why Digital Payments Matter for Nepal’s Economy 05:00 – Nepal’s Leapfrog Journey into Digital Payments 07:00 – Women Leadership in Nepal’s Fintech Sector 10:00 – What Visa Really Does Beyond Cards 14:00 – Connecting Nepal to Global Money Movement 18:00 – Tourism, Remittance & Early Payment Advantage 23:00 – How Government Payments Went Fully Digital 27:00 – From Cheques to Instant Dividends & Salaries 30:00 – Digital Payments Growth: Data vs Reality 35:00 – What Is NPI? Nepal’s Payment Backbone Explained 38:00 – APIs, Account Validation & Secure Transfers 42:00 – Why Trust & Security Come Before Scale 45:00 – Corporate Pay & Enterprise Payments for SMEs 49:00 – How Nepali Businesses Can Accept Global Payments 56:00 – Why SMEs Struggle with Digital Adoption 01:02:00 – Payment Gateways, Aggregators & Automation 01:14:00 – How Digital Payments Build Credit History 01:26:00 – Fraud, Awareness & Consumer Protection 01:44:00 – Final Takeaways: The Future of Digital Nepal 👥 Guest Munni Rajbhandari Chief Operating Officer @ Nepal Clearing House Ltd. (NCHL) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/munni-rajbhandari-5b3799b/ 👥 Guest Manoj Thapa Country Head – Nepal @ Visa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manoj-thapa-65120483/ In Partnership with Laxmi Sunrise Bank Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/laxmisunrisebank Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@laxmisunriseofficial Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@laxmisunriseofficial Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/laxmisunrisebank/posts/?feedView=all 📲 Follow The Doers Global: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ #doersnepal #fintech #startuppodcast
	How Nepal’s Digital Payment Ecosystem Really Works \|Behind Payments	26 déc. 2025	01:15:28
As part of Digital December 2025, in partnership with Laxmi Sunrise Bank Limited, this special roundtable explores how digital payments and software systems are reshaping businesses and the economy in Nepal. This episode brings together three perspectives from Nepal’s digital payment ecosystem: Santosh Tamrakar, Managing Director at IMS Software, sharing the system builder’s view on business software, data, and scalable growth. Arun Khatri, CEO of Digital Network Solutions, covering digital infrastructure, security, compliance, QR innovation, and biometric identity. Shashank Prabhat Shrestha, Managing Director of Caffeophilia, offering real-world insights from running a multi-outlet business where most transactions are digital. Together, they discuss Nepal’s shift from near-zero digitization to a QR-first economy where digital payments are now essential especially for urban businesses. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why digital payments are non-negotiable for modern businesses How QR, cards, and compliance systems work behind the scenes The role of data, loyalty systems, and real-time reporting Why sustainable payment systems can’t be free forever What’s next: biometric KYC and data-backed, collateral-free digital lending Whether you’re a business owner, policymaker, or someone who pays digitally every day, this conversation helps you understand how Nepal’s digital payment ecosystem works and where it’s headed next. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 02:00 – Digital December 03:20 – How Businesses Depend on Digital Payments Today 05:20 – The Evolution of Digitization in Nepal 06:28 – Covid and the Digital Payment Surge 07:02 – Why QR Payments Replaced Cash in Urban Nepal 07:50 – Real-Time Data and Business Control 11:01 – Digitization vs Digital Transformation 14:17 – Customer Loyalty Systems and Data Usage 21:02 – Entrepreneurial Vision and First-Mover Advantage 27:17 – How Digital Payments Reduce Fraud and Risk 33:06 – Biometrics and Centralized KYC 36:42 – QR vs Card Payments: How Nepal Pays Today 46:26 – MDR Explained: The Cost of Digital Payments 01:08:21 – The Future of Unsecured Digital Lending Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8 ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com 🎧 Listen on audio platforms: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-32f7s-19cc50b 🎤 Host: Anup Ghimire Founder of Doers Nepal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-ghimire-9366aa5a/ 👥 Guest Arun Khatri CEO @ Digital Network Solution LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arun-khatri-42934657/ 👥 Guest Shashank Prabhat Shrestha Managing Director @ Caffeophilia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shashank-prabhat-shrestha-551a8b1a/ 👥 Guest Santosh Tamrakar Managing Director @ IMS Software LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santosh-tamrakar-46837b45/ In Partnership with Laxmi Sunrise Bank Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/laxmisunrisebank Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@laxmisunriseofficial Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@laxmisunriseofficial Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/laxmisunrisebank/posts/?feedView=all 📲 Follow The Doers Global: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/thedoersglobal/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/thedoersnepal/ #doersnepal #fintech #startuppodcast

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