I am excited to launch the INSPIREcast podcast to support our mission to empower and inspire youth. In every episode, I interview incredible people making an incredible difference to different communities. We will explore their stories, celebrate their impactful work, and learn what truly inspires them.

Tune in, Get Inspired, Make a Difference!

INSPIREcast Episode 01

Advaith Subramanian: Goldwater Scholar & STEM Advocate

Welcome to the first episode of INSPIREcast! 🎙️ I’m Prahlad Shankar, founder of Inspire Love, Inspire Care Foundation, and today I’m talking to someone very special—my Advaith Anna! Advaith is a senior at Tulane University, a Goldwater Scholar, and a passionate STEM advocate. He runs programs to make STEM accessible to underserved communities while excelling in research, music, and leadership.In this episode, we chat about his journey, what drives him, and tips for young changemakers. If you need some inspiration, you’re in the right place!

INSPIREcast Episode 02

Smt.Rajeswari Hariharan: Founder, Teacher, Sanskrit scholar, Carnatic Music Guru, Composer, Storyteller, and Poet

In this episode Prahlad interviews Smt.Rajeswari Hariharan (Raji Ram Aunty) — public-school teacher, Sanskrit scholar, Carnatic musician, composer, storyteller, and poet. The daughter and disciple of Guru Smt. Prema Hariharan, she continues her mother’s legacy of art, education, and compassion. Founder of Kinder Konnection, Unnati Diaries, and Sukh Shanthi, she uses music and storytelling to uplift communities and inspire kindness. Through her school Samskriti Kala Kendra, she lives the motto “Bringing Music to Every Household.” A true artist, educator, and changemaker — Raji Ram Aunty reminds us that music and service can transform lives.

INSPIREcast Episode 03

Ms.Suzanne Apodaca: Founder, Co-Founder & Director of Operations at the Nick of Time Foundation

In this episode, Prahlad interviews Suzanne Apodaca, Co-Founder & Director of Operations at the Nick of Time Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing sudden cardiac arrest in children and young adults. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen to anyone—at school, at home, or with friends. We discuss information that is useful for every middle and high school student. Prahlad and Suzanne discuss what SCA is, why awareness matters, how schools and students can be better prepared and how learning a few simple steps can truly save lives.