Georgy V Cyriac, Co-host

Petzify founder Abhijit MR with AI pet consultant Pawdoc for smarter pet care

Petzify: Can AI Fix Pet Parenting in India?

Petzify founder Abhijit MR realised most Indian pet parents lacked awareness about nutrition and healthcare. His first leap was creating Pawdoc, an AI-powered 24/7 pet consultant that guides owners on everything from deworming to late-night emergencies. Today, Petzify is helping hundreds of pet parents make smarter, kinder choices for their furry family members.

By Georgy V Cyriac 4 min read 14 days ago

MobiGuest founders Raman Verma and Anand M R showcasing WhatsApp concierge for hotels

The First Brick Hospitality Podcast

MobiGuest: Can WhatsApp Replace Hotel Concierge?

MobiGuest began when Raman Verma and Anand M R spotted a gap: guests had WhatsApp, but hotels were still tied to paper menus and landlines. Their first step was building an AI-powered concierge on WhatsApp. Now, MobiGuest is helping hotels deliver instant, personalised guest service with zero app downloads.

By Georgy V Cyriac 4 min read 14 days ago

EEzyVolt founder Arvind Peehal with modular solid-cooled EV battery pack

EV Battery Podcast The First Brick

Can EEzyVolt Solve India’s EV Battery Crisis?

EEzyVolt began when Arvind Peehal noticed the poor heat management capabilities of batteries compared to traditional engines. By embedding 32 sensors and a modular architecture, he built packs that could be fixed instead of replaced. EEzyVolt’s breakthrough is giving India’s EV market a much-needed safety upgrade.

By Georgy V Cyriac 4 min read 14 days ago

TeachBetter.ai founders Binit Agarwalla and Vipin Kumar presenting their AI education platform for students and teachers

The First Brick Edtech Others Podcast

Can TeachBetter.ai Replace ChatGPT for Students?

TeachBetter.ai founders Binit Agarwalla and Vipin Kumar saw how Google, YouTube, and ChatGPT distracted more than they educated. Their first leap was building an AI-powered, distraction-free study space. Today, TeachBetter.ai is helping thousands of students focus on learning, not scrolling.

By Georgy V Cyriac 7 min read 17 days ago

PayNback founder Bony Thomas demonstrating the cashback app for local shopkeepers

The First Brick FinTech RetailTech

Can PayNback save local shops?

PayNback, created by Bony Thomas, began with one simple spark: UPI payments had no rewards for neighbourhood shoppers. By launching a cashback cycle across local stores, PayNback gave small retailers a digital edge. Now, it’s redefining loyalty for India’s corner shops.

By Georgy V Cyriac 3 min read 24 days ago

HealthMitra founder Michael Nazareth explaining outpatient healthcare discounts

Podcast Healthcare Tech The First Brick

Can HealthMitra fix India’s healthcare gap?

HealthMitra founder Michael Nazareth saw families skipping basic doctor visits because of cost. Sparked by that moment, his first leap was launching India’s first OPD assurance platform. Now, HealthMitra is lowering healthcare costs and bringing dignity to everyday medical needs.

By Georgy V Cyriac 3 min read September 7, 2025

Katha Ads, the founders, Ishan Mohammed and Harsh Vardhan Sharma, are building a platform that empowers small creators and everyday users

Podcast AdTech Influencer Marketing The First Brick

Can Katha Ads reinvent influencer marketing?

Katha Ads, founded by Ishan Mohammed and Harsh Vardhan Sharma, started as a pandemic project to reframe news. Their first leap into advertising unlocked a network that now reaches 6 crore people and pays users for sharing brand messages.

By Georgy V Cyriac 5 min read September 3, 2025

Andwemet founder Shalini discussing a WhatsApp-based matchmaking community for Indian singles

Podcast Dating The First Brick

Andwemet: Can a WhatsApp community fix dating?

Andwemet founder Shalini turned personal rejection into purpose after being dismissed by potential matches for her skin colour. Her WhatsApp community approach helped 146 singles find partners in just one year. Now andwemet is redefining how Indians date with emotional intelligence.

By Georgy V Cyriac 4 min read August 30, 2025

Genezez founders Aiju T Biju and Athul Peter introducing their founder-first networking platform

Founder Network Podcast The First Brick

Genezez: building a supportive ecosystem for founders

Genezez founders Aiju T Biju and Athul Peter started with a radical idea: flip startup fundraising from cold emails to a curated community. Their first leap was building an “investment wall” where founders post needs like job listings. Today, Genezez is drawing global investors while creating a space where entrepreneurs support each other.

By Georgy V Cyriac 4 min read August 29, 2025

VitalView AI founder Amal Shehu demonstrating AI-powered dental diagnostics

Deep Tech Podcast The First Brick

Vitalview AI brings deep tech to dental diagnostics

VitalView AI, led by Amal Shehu, began by tackling dental imaging, a focused problem with fast validation. By building an AI platform that sees what doctors can’t, VitalView is creating an intelligent second layer for healthcare.

By Georgy V Cyriac 5 min read August 17, 2025