Geeta Anand grew up in Bombay, attending the elite Cathedral school, but that’s where her resemblance to your typical South Bombay girl ends. She was a competitive swimmer going to remote places in India, like Patiala, for training camps. Find out why she decided to give up a career in swimming and turned to Investigative journalism instead, even earning a Pulitzer in her chosen field.
Geeta explains why she spent a decade in her hometown of Mumbai, along with her non-Indian husband and daughters. As someone raised in India, living abroad and returning to India, her insights are eye-opening.
As a Dean of the Berkeley school of journalism, Geeta feels responsible about shaping responsible journalists. And as someone who molds minds, she understands the significance of mentors and role models.
The life of a writer can sometimes take unexpected twists. Geeta’s has a Hollywood connection. Listen to the episode to find out more. And don’t forget to wait till the end and find out her one word of advice to upcoming journalists.
