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May 2023
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142. Phantom Hands with Deepak Srinath

VIKRAM PRAKASH
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This week, we are joined by the founder and CEO of Phantom Hands Deepak Srinath. Phantom Hands creates chairs and other various furniture pieces, and also brings attention to Indian craft worldwide.

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