Barbershop Podcast delves into the creative genius of Piyush Pandey

In the latest episode of ‘The Barbershop with Shantanu’, popular podcast host and Founder of Bombay Shaving Company, Shantanu Deshpande, welcomes renowned ad legend Piyush Pandey. The exclusive conversation between the two legends covered a range of topics, including Pandey’s personal and professional life experiences, how he learned advertising, the iconic ad campaigns, and his optimistic outlook on the advertising industry. During the podcast, Pandey, the creative genius behind some of India's most iconic advertisements, shared insightful anecdotes and lessons from his life. He also emphasized on his journey to becoming the Ad man of India and the evolution of advertising.

Watch the episode:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APU6KeQAANU

From the ads for Dairy Milk, Vodafone, Fewikwik to iconic taglines such as “Har Ghar Kuch Kehta Hai”, Pandey takes everyone on a journey through his illustrious career, offering valuable insights into the art of storytelling and brand building. Whether one is an aspiring marketer or simply curious about the magic behind India’s biggest ads, this episode is sure to inspire and captivate.

In his closing remarks, Pandey emphasizes on the value of learning from the younger generation. Reflecting on his experience playing in the Kanga League in Mumbai during the monsoon, where he once faced Sunil Gavaskar, Pandey recalls a poignant saying: ‘Don’t think too much about the wicket, otherwise you will be half out before you start batting’. Addressing the youth directly, he encourages them with a simple yet powerful message: “If you have the urge to bat, don’t hesitate. Take your stance and swing without fear.”

‘The Barbershop with Shantanu’ features exclusive conversations with some of the most prominent personalities from various fields and provides insights into their personal and professional lives.