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Tomorrow, Today

Shekhar Natarajan 15 Episodes Sep 15, 2026

What if humans lived 300 years? What if AI replaces friendships? What if consciousness could be uploaded? Tomorrow, Today is hosted by Shekhar Natarajan, founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI and former senior executive at American Eagle, Walmart, Target, and Disney. Blending cinematic storytelling, raw conversations, and unfiltered perspectives, the podcast explores breakthrough ideas before they become mainstream. Each episode brings together world-class experts, cultural voices, and everyday people to unpack the opportunities and risks of a rapidly evolving future.

Episodes

Modernizing Government: Open Data, Innovation & the Future of AI with Natalia Olson | Shekhar Natarajan
Modernizing Government: Open Data, Innovation & the Future of AI with Natalia Olson | Shekhar Natarajan Sep 15, 2026 01:20:19 Tomorrow Today with Shekhar NatarajanWhat happens when technology moves faster than the systems designed to govern it?In this episode, Shekhar Natarajan speaks with Natalia Olson, former White House innovation advisor to President Barack Obama and a leading voice in open data, government innovation, collaborative economies, and technology policy.Natalia takes us through her unconventional journey
Karma, Enlightenment & the Wisdom Beyond the Mind | Shyalpa Rinpoche | Shekhar Natarajan
Karma, Enlightenment & the Wisdom Beyond the Mind | Shyalpa Rinpoche | Shekhar Natarajan Sep 8, 2026 02:50:09 In this episode, Shikhar Natarajan and His Eminence Shyalpa Rinpoche discuss:Shyalpa Rinpoche's childhood and spiritual upbringing in the HimalayasThe journey of his Tibetan family and the resilience of life in exileTibetan culture, Buddhist philosophy and preserving ancient wisdomHis recognition and rigorous spiritual training from a young ageThe meaning and philosophy behind reincarnationKarma,
The Mountains Choose You: Araceli Segarra on Adventure & Resilience | Shekhar Natarajan
The Mountains Choose You: Araceli Segarra on Adventure & Resilience | Shekhar Natarajan Sep 1, 2026 01:48:47 What does it truly mean to clim not just a mountain, but through fear, uncertainty, and the challenges that redefine who we are? In this powerful episode of Tomorrow Today with Shekhar Natarajan, legendary mountaineer Araceli Segarra shares the extraordinary journey that took her from a childhood fear of darkness to the world's highest mountain. Araceli explores why the mountains became the one pl
How Modern Brands Build Loyalty, Purpose, and Identity | Andy Stalman | Shekhar Natarajan Podcast
How Modern Brands Build Loyalty, Purpose, and Identity | Andy Stalman | Shekhar Natarajan Podcast Aug 25, 2026 01:29:31 Andy Stalman's journey from Argentina to becoming a global branding expert How crisis can build resilience, creativity, and innovation Lessons from working with global brands including Lacoste and airport businesses Why a brand is much more than a logo The importance of purpose, identity, values, culture, and consistency Why companies struggle with internal and external brand alignment How
Why 90% of Projects Fail & How Leaders Can Build Better Projects | Antonio Nieto x Shekhar Natarajan
Why 90% of Projects Fail & How Leaders Can Build Better Projects | Antonio Nieto x Shekhar Natarajan Aug 18, 2026 01:51:18 In this episode of Tomorrow Today, Shekhar Natarajan speaks with Antonio Nieto, a leading voice in project management and business transformation. They discuss: Why projects fail and what makes them succeed The role of leadership, culture and governance Lessons from GSK and ABN AMRO What COVID-19 vaccine development teaches us about project execution The importance of people, judgment and re
The Future of Work, Culture & Purpose with Javier Bajer | Shekhar Natarajan
The Future of Work, Culture & Purpose with Javier Bajer | Shekhar Natarajan Aug 11, 2026 02:37:16 In this episode of Tomorrow Today, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with Javier Bajer for a deep conversation about culture, human behaviour, purpose, leadership and the future of work. In this episode, they explore: Why traditional change management often fails to create lasting transformation. Why telling people to change rarely changes their behaviour. The difference between an organisation’s st
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture | Carl Honore & Shekhar Natarajan
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture | Carl Honore & Shekhar Natarajan Aug 4, 2026 02:07:41 What happens when the world celebrates speed but your mind and body can no longer keep up? In this episode, Shekhar Natarajan welcomes internationally bestselling author Carl Honore, whose groundbreaking work on the Slow Movement has inspired millions across the globe to rethink their relationship with time, work, and success. From personal stories of burnout to the rise of hustle culture, social
Sir Walter Bodmer: Genetics, Cancer & the Future of Humanity | Tomorrow Today
Sir Walter Bodmer: Genetics, Cancer & the Future of Humanity | Tomorrow Today Jul 28, 2026 01:55:08 In this episode, you'll discover: Sir Walter Bodmer's journey from Nazi Germany to the United Kingdom. How childhood experiences shaped one of the world's leading scientists. The story behind his pioneering work in genetics and cancer research. What cancer actually is from a geneticist's perspective. Why cancer is fundamentally a disease of cellular genetics. The role of DNA, mutations, age
AI, Trust & The Future of Work | Silvia Leal on Innovation, Cybersecurity & What's Coming Next | Tomorrow Today
AI, Trust & The Future of Work | Silvia Leal on Innovation, Cybersecurity & What's Coming Next | Tomorrow Today Jul 21, 2026 01:46:33 In this episode: Why AI is changing faster than organizations can adapt. The balance between innovation and regulation. Europe's approach to technology and what the rest of the world can learn. Cybersecurity in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Why quantum computing will redefine digital security. The future of work and why reskilling is no longer optional. Will AI create more jobs than
The Untold Story of Rajpal Yadav: Poverty, Failure & Becoming a Bollywood Icon | Tomorrow Today Podcast
The Untold Story of Rajpal Yadav: Poverty, Failure & Becoming a Bollywood Icon | Tomorrow Today Podcast Jul 14, 2026 02:10:57 Millions have watched Rajpal Yadav bring unforgettable characters to life. But in this episode of Tomorrow Today, the conversation moves beyond the roles and towards the person behind them. Host Shekhar Natarajan takes Rajpal Yadav back to the very beginning to his roots in Uttar Pradesh, his childhood, education, early ambitions, and the experiences that slowly led him towards theatre and perform
The Untold Truth About SEAL Team 6 | Curt Cronin
The Untold Truth About SEAL Team 6 | Curt Cronin Jul 7, 2026 01:52:47 In this episode: • Curt Cronin's journey to becoming a U.S. Navy SEAL • What it really takes to earn a place in SEAL Team 6 • The mental toughness behind elite military training • Leadership lessons from high-risk missions • Why teamwork always beats individual talent • Making life-or-death decisions under pressure • The psychology of operating in combat • Lessons entrepreneurs can learn from mili
The Radical Reboot Education Needs | Richard Gerver x Shekhar Natarajan
The Radical Reboot Education Needs | Richard Gerver x Shekhar Natarajan Jun 30, 2026 02:23:13 In This Episode Richard Gerver's childhood story of trauma, adversity, and resilience How one extraordinary teacher completely changed his life Why curiosity is humanity's greatest competitive advantage The dangerous promise of certainty in education Why schools are preparing students for a world that no longer exists How confidence is built through opportunity—not perfection The relations

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