MCB Podcast Series · 2026
Beyond
the Bell.
Real conversations with the people building India's schools. Unfiltered, unscripted, and unapologetically honest.
15
Episode scripts ready to record
8–15
Minutes per episode duration
3,200+
MCB institutions across 10 countries
Raw & Real
Semi-scripted structure with room for genuine conversation. No teleprompters, no PR polish – just honest insights from school leaders.
Built for School Leaders
Every topic is designed for principals, directors, and school owners. If you've ever run a school, these conversations will feel familiar.
Indian Education First
From NEP 2020 to Tier-2 city schools, every episode is grounded in the Indian education reality – not imported frameworks.
Tight & Punchy
8–15 minute episodes designed for busy school leaders. Every minute earns its place – from cold open to rapid fire to sign-off.
Episode Structure – Every Episode Follows This Flow
Cold Open
Journey
Snapshot
Topic Deep Dive
Rapid Fire
Sign-off
Outro
00:00
01:00
02:30
03:30
10:30
12:30
13:30
14:00
Episodes
Episode Scripts
Browse each episode's full interview flow. Each script includes timing, the host intro, journey questions, deep dive questions, rapid fire, and sign-off. Assign a prospect to lock in your guest.
Submit a Guest
Nominate a Guest
Know a school owner, principal, or education leader who has a story worth telling? Nominate them for Beyond the Bell.
Who makes a great guest?
We're looking for school leaders with real stories – not polished PR. The best guests have been through something and have honest takes to share.
- School owner, director, or principal with 5+ years experience
- Willing to speak candidly about challenges, not just wins
- Running an institution with a unique story or approach
- Based in India – metros, Tier-2, Tier-3, or rural schools welcome
- Available for a 60–90 min studio session in Hyderabad
Available Episode Topics
Guest Nomination Form
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