Tomorrow, Today
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
Beyond The Legacy: Neil Nitin Mukesh on Bollywood, Identity and AI | Shekhar Natarajan
A legendary surname can open a chapter, but it cannot write the entire story.In this episode of Tomorrow, Today with Shekhar Natarajan, actor Neil Nitin Mukesh opens up about the personal experiences, family values, and professional challenges that have shaped his journey.Born into a family deeply connected to Indian music and cinema, Neil grew up with the legacy of his grandfather, the legendary
Álvaro Vizcaíno: 48 Hours Between Life & Death | Fear, Survival & Acceptance | Tomorrow, Today
What happens when you are injured, alone, far from help, and suddenly forced to confront the possibility of death?In this powerful episode of Tomorrow, Today, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with surfer, entrepreneur and survivor Álvaro Vizcaíno, whose extraordinary experience in Fuerteventura changed the way he understood fear, survival and the meaning of life.In 2014, Álvaro fell from a cliff while
India's Gig Economy, Education & The Future of Work | Chetan Bhagat | Tomorrow Today
In this episode, Shekhar Natarajan and Chetan Bhagat discuss:India's growing gig and platform economyThe gap between degrees and meaningful employmentWhy engineering has become such a dominant career aspirationThe challenges faced by young graduates entering the workforceDelivery and household-service platforms and their impact on laborWhether technology is democratizing work or making labor more
Adah Sharma on The Kerala Story, Backlash, Threats & Handling Rejection | Shekhar Natarajan | Tomorrow Today
In this clip from Tomorrow, Today, Adah Sharma and Shekhar Natarajan discuss:The intense response surrounding The Kerala StoryReceiving recognition and criticism at the same timeThe leak of Adah's phone number shortly before the film's releaseThreats and uncertainty surrounding the theatrical releaseThe controversy and public interpretations of the filmHow criticism can affect someone even when th
Modernizing Government: Open Data, Innovation & the Future of AI with Natalia Olson | Shekhar Natarajan
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Courage to Care: Kailash Satyarthi on Rescuing Childhood, Fighting Slavery & Changing Humanity | Tomorrow Today
In this episode, you'll discover:
Why one child outside a school changed Kailash Satyarthi's life forever
The story behind creating a 10,000-book community book bank as a child
Why he left a successful engineering career to fight child slavery
The realities of bonded labour and human trafficking
The dramatic rescue that became the foundation of a global movement
How international child labo
Walking the Wire of Life: Risk, Fear, Freedom & Zen | Andrea Loreni x Shekhar Natarajan
✓ Why fear isn't the enemy
✓ The surprising difference between courage and fearlessness
✓ How Andrea learned to trust his body over his mind
✓ The philosophy of authenticity and truth
✓ Why overthinking disconnects us from reality
✓ What high-wire walking teaches about leadership and decision-making
✓ The Zen concept of "being the sky, not the clouds"
✓ How risk creates awareness and presence
✓ Wh
The Hidden Psychology Behind Relationships, Trauma & Self-Awareness | Dr. Aaron Balick & Shekhar Natarajan
What shapes our relationships, fears, and sense of self? In this insightful episode of Tomorrow Today, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with renowned psychotherapist Dr. Aaron Balick to explore the unconscious mind, childhood experiences, trauma, identity, and the hidden patterns that influence our lives.
From Freud and Jung to modern psychology, this conversation uncovers how greater self-awareness ca
How AI Will Transform Education Forever | Avinash Pandit x Shekhar Natarajan
Can education keep up with the AI revolution? Avinash Pandit joins Shekhar Natarajan to discuss the future of learning, leadership, entrepreneurship, and preparing the next generation for an ever-changing world.
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Marketing Is a Lie? The Truth About Branding, AI & Consumer Psychology | Giuseppe Stigliano
"Marketing is not about making people want things. It's about making things people want."
Tune in for an insightful discussion on marketing, AI, consumer psychology, branding, leadership, innovation, and the future of business.
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Will AI Replace Governments? | Lord Krish Raval & Shekhar Natarajan on Democracy, Power & the Future of Humanity
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AI, Social Media & The Future of Humanity | James Poulter (Former LEGO Innovation Officer) & Shekhar Natarajan
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THE RING | An Emotional AI Short Film About a Mother’s Sacrifice
In a small home in 1980s India, a mother quietly pawns her wedding ring so her child can own books. That single sacrifice begins a journey that echoes across generations.
THE RING is a cinematic AI short film about belief before proof, invisible sacrifice, and the extraordinary power of knowledge. What starts with rejection and poverty transforms into a story of curiosity, discipline, imagination
Sebastian Foucan on Fear, Freedom & Human Potential | Parkour Philosophy, Creativity & Breaking Mental Limits
What if fear is the invisible cage controlling modern society?
In this deeply inspiring episode of Tomorrow Today, host Shekhar Natarajan sits down with legendary parkour and freerunning pioneer Sebastian Foucan for a powerful conversation about fear, imagination, creativity, movement, and the untapped potential within every human being.
Known globally as one of the founders of parkour and freer
Iran Beyond Headlines: Women’s Freedom, Human Rights, AI & The Future of Humanity | Ryma Sheermohammadi
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Inside Iran: Nobel Peace Prize Winner Shirin Ebadi Speaks
In this powerful and deeply insightful conversation, Nobel Peace Prize winner Shirin Ebadi shares her extraordinary journey and offers a rare perspective on Iran’s past, present, and possible future.From becoming Iran’s first female judge to being removed from her position after the 1979 revolution, Shirin Ebadi’s life reflects the transformation of an entire nation. Through personal experiences,
Ishita Raj: Why Human Emotion Will Always Beat AI
What truly defines intelligence in today’s world Artificial Intelligence or something deeper, more human?In this powerful episode of Tomorrow Today, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with Bollywood actress Ishita Raj for a conversation that goes far beyond cinema, fame, and success.This is not just an interview.It’s a deep exploration of intuition, purpose, human connection, and the future of intellige
The Future of AI: Can Humans Really Trust Artificial Intelligence?
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries and everyday life, one critical question remains:Can we truly trust AI?In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore the future of artificial intelligence, the growing trust gap in AI systems, and why ethical, human-centered technology is becoming more important than ever.The discussion introduces the powerful concept of “Angelic Intell
Prabhu Deva: The Discipline Behind India’s Biggest Dance Legend
What does it really take to become the “Michael Jackson of India”?In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, legendary choreographer, actor, and director Prabhu Deva shares the untold story behind his extraordinary journey from learning Bharatnatyam as a child to becoming one of India’s most iconic creative personalities.Raised under the guidance of his father Mugur Sundar and inspired by
Cosmic Intelligence & the Power of Flow | Peepal Baba on Purpose, Nature & True Success
What if success isn’t something you chase but something that unfolds when you align with life?In this deeply reflective episode of For Tomorrow, Today Show, host Shekhar Natarajan sits down with renowned environmentalist Peepal Baba (Swami Prem Parivartan), a man who began planting trees at just 11 years old and went on to lead large-scale ecological restoration across India.This conversation goes
Success, Spirituality & Staying Real | Shilpa Shetty Kundra x Shekhar Natarajan
In this deeply insightful episode of Tomorrow Today, Shilpa Shetty Kundra joins Shekhar Natarajan for a conversation that goes far beyond fame and success.While the world knows her as a Bollywood star, fitness icon, and entrepreneur, Shilpa reveals a more personal side grounded, reflective, and deeply connected to spirituality and inner growth. From achieving stardom at just 17 to becoming a globa
Will.i.am on AI, Data Ownership & The Future of Nations | Shekhar Natarajan Podcast
In this powerful episode of Tomorrow Today Show by SKN, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with global artist, technologist, and futurist will.i.am for a deep conversation on artificial intelligence, governance, data ownership, and the future of humanity.Will.i.am shares bold insights on whether AI could evolve from a tool into a governing force, the dangers of surrendering human agency to algorithms, an
Can AI Help Us Live 250 Years? The Future of Human Longevity
Will humans live 250 years?In this powerful inaugural episode of Tomorrow Today, we explore one of the most profound questions of our time:If artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and longevity science dramatically extend human life, who will we become?From AI-driven medical breakthroughs to anti-aging research and age-reversal science, the future of human longevity is no longer science fiction
Sonu Sood on Humanity, Love & the Future of Technology | A Deep Conversation with Shekhar Natarajan
In this powerful and deeply reflective episode, Shekhar Natarajan sits down with Sonu Sood for an intimate conversation about humanity, compassion, leadership, and the future of technology.When the world shut down in March 2020, millions of migrant workers were left stranded during the COVID-19 crisis. Systems paused. Institutions hesitated. But one human being decided not to.Sonu Sood acted.He ar
Why AI Needs Ethics First | Nekia Nichelle & Shekhar Natarajan | Live at CES 2026
Recorded live at CES 2026, this special episode of Tomorrow, Today by SKN features tech journalist Nekia Nichelle in conversation with AI transformation leader Shekhar Natarajan.As artificial intelligence accelerates at unprecedented speed, one critical question rises above the noise:Are we building AI responsibly or just rapidly?In this deeply thoughtful discussion, Shekhar challenges the current
AI Needs Intention, Not Fear | will.i.am on Leadership, Creativity & the Future of Artificial Intelligence
In this exclusive, on-the-floor conversation filmed for a CNBC future-focused series, Shekhar Natarajan walks alongside will.i.am for an unscripted, walkthrough-style exchange on AI leadership, creativity, ethics, and responsibility in the age of artificial intelligence.This is not a traditional interview.It’s a real-time reflection.From his early life with limited resources to becoming a global m
The Future of AI — Setting the Stage for Tomorrow, Today
In the premiere of Tomorrow, Today, host Shekhar Natarajan sits down with Nadja Atwal and Kate Hancock from the Global AI Council to explore the realities and possibilities of artificial intelligence. From how AI is already shaping our world to the profound questions it raises about humanity’s future, this conversation sets the foundation for the series. Together, they dive into the opportunities,
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