In a stunning upset that’s sending ripples across the global podcasting world, Raj Shamani’s show Figuring Out With Raj Shamani has surged to the top knocking out heavyweights like Joe Rogan and Diary of a CEO to become India’s #1 podcast in 2025. His announcement on social media confirms the milestone, and it marks a defining moment for Indian creators on the global stage.
From Indore to International podcaster: How Raj did it
Raj Shamani’s story is anything but typical. Born in Indore and once helping his father sell soaps in a small family business, he slowly built his journey into a global-ranked content powerhouse.
What began as motivational videos on Instagram and YouTube evolved into “Figuring Out”, where Raj speaks candidly with luminaries from global business icons to Bollywood stars. Today, with almost 13.5 million YouTube subscribers, his reach isn’t just massive it’s influential.
He recently shared a behind-the-scenes snapshot of his journey tracing the path from his original humble setup to a full-fledged podcasting studio. That post, he says, is proof that consistency, hard work and authenticity not gimmicks paved the way to his #1 ranking.
Surpassing global titans: What it means
That “Indian podcast beats Joe Rogan and Diary of a CEO” reads like a clickbait headline but the reality is deeper. Raj’s victory signals a shift: Indian content isn’t just for local audiences anymore. With his show entering the Top 100 podcasts globally, he’s joining a select league of worldwide creators.
This rise also reflects a wider trend: listeners across India and beyond are craving content that speaks to their aspirations, struggles, and realities. Raj’s blend of ambition, wisdom and relatability seems to have struck exactly that chord.
What’s Next: Global ambitions, bigger conversations
After achieving the No. 1 spot in India, Raj isn’t stopping. In a bold statement, he declared his ambition to crack the global Top 10 podcast list something no other Indian show has done yet.
For creators, this success is a blueprint: starting small, staying consistent, and being authentic. For listeners it’s proof that homegrown voices can stand toe-to-toe with global legends.
As the podcasting world watches, one thing is clear: Raj Shamani isn’t just India’s top podcaster he could be its global voice.