Product Talk with Malthi
A veteran Indian product leader's guide to modern product management, with a sharp focus on AI's impact on the craft.
Product Talk is an educational podcast for product managers, primarily based in the Indian tech ecosystem. The format varies between long-form interviews with senior product leaders and VCs, and practical, webinar-style presentations on specific tools and concepts like Claude AI or RAG evaluation. The show consistently explores how AI is changing the product development lifecycle and the skills required to succeed.
“The show's blend of formats—deep-dive interviews and hands-on technical webinars—sets it apart. Hosted by a practicing consultant and fractional CPO, it offers a grounded, 'from the trenches' perspective on building products "From India, For India, For the World".”
Who hosts this show
Malthi SS is a seasoned product leader with over two decades of experience building global software products for companies like PayPal, Intuit, SAP, and Societe Generale. She is the CEO and Founder of SparkProd Consulting, a boutique firm that advises startups and trains product teams. Through her podcast and coaching, she focuses on mentoring the next generation of product builders in India.
Credentials & credits
- CEO & Founder, SparkProd Consulting
- Former Director of Product Management, PayPal
- Former product leader at Intuit, SAP, Societe Generale
- Fractional CPO and Product Advisor to startups
- Visiting Faculty at IIM Udaipur and Masters Union
- Over 25 years of experience in tech products
Other ventures
- SparkProd Consulting
- SparkProd Community
- AI Product Management Course
- Product Talk with Malthi (Substack Newsletter)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01AI Evals for RAGJun 24, 2026 · 58 min
- 02Claude 101 for Product ManagersJun 14, 2026 · 1h 11m
- 03Product Management in Social Good sector - Nakul Jain, CEO Wadhwani AI GlobalApr 10, 2026 · 43 min
- 04AI as a Career Co-PilotHow Women Can Grow, Pivot & Lead in the AI EraMar 14, 2026 · 1h 06m
- 05
- 06Season 2- Episode 2 - Ranjeet Shetye - The Future of AI and Deep Tech in IndiaFeb 6, 2026 · 51 min
- 07Season 2 - Episode 1 - Rajesh Chandran - Future of Product ManagementJan 23, 2026 · 44 min
- 08Enterprise AI in Action | Muthu Ranganathan * MalthiOct 25, 2025 · 1h 07m
Notable episodes
- 01Product Management in Social Good sector - Nakul Jain, CEO Wadhwani AI Global
A clear example of the show's interview format, exploring a unique niche (PM for social good) and digging into non-obvious skills and metrics.
- 02Claude 101 for Product Managers
Demonstrates the show's webinar/educational format, providing a practical, tool-specific tutorial for product managers.
- 03AI Evals for RAG
Highlights the technical depth the show can reach, offering a hands-on guide to a complex AI topic for a product management audience.
What you'll be asked on this show
Malthi begins interviews by introducing the guest's credentials and often uses a personal anecdote to build rapport. Her opening questions are broad, designed to map the guest's major accomplishments (e.g., "What products are you super proud of building?"). She actively summarizes her guest's responses to confirm her understanding, then uses those points to launch more specific, probing questions that push for process and practical application (e.g., "How do you translate that into day-to-day decision-making?"). Her style is focused on deconstructing expert knowledge into actionable frameworks for her audience.
The podcast alternates between two main formats: classic one-on-one interviews with product leaders and educational presentations, often with slides, on specific tech topics. In interviews, Malthi is an active listener who summarizes guest points before asking a targeted follow-up. The overall tone is professional, instructive, and geared towards practical application.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
7 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“What products are you super proud of building in the last few years?”
This is a common opening question to get an overview of a guest's key accomplishments and set the stage.
impact
2- Q.01
“What is the impact or the kind of changes you are helping [a specific user group] with?”
She asks this to move beyond features and understand the real-world outcomes of the guest's product.
- Q.02
“In a social sector setup, what does the OKR structure look like?”
She asks this to understand how success is measured when revenue is not the primary metric.
craft
1- Q.01
“What are the non-obvious nuances of being a product manager for [the guest's sector]?”
This question seeks to uncover insights and skills that are unique to the guest's specific field.
process
3- Q.01
“How do you translate [an abstract concept] into day-to-day decision-making or prioritization frameworks?”
She uses this to push guests for the practical, operational application of their mindset or strategy.
- Q.02
“How much time do product managers spend on the field with end customers in your context?”
This question investigates the role and importance of direct user research in the guest's organization.
- Q.03
“How do resources work, given the complexity in the [guest's] sector?”
This explores the practical realities of team structure, budget, and resource allocation.
Signature segments
- · "Welcome to this episode of Product Talk with Malthi."
- · Tagline: "From India, For India, For the World"
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically seasoned product executives, startup CEOs, and venture capitalists from India's tech industry. The show books leaders with deep expertise in specific domains like AI for social good, deep tech, or enterprise AI.
- Nakul Jainon Product Management in Social Good sector - Nakul Jain, CEO Wadhwani AI Global
- Aniket Chhabraon AI Evals for RAG
- Dr. Dinesh Chandrashekharon Season -2 Episode 3, Dr. Dinesh Chandrashekhar - Can AI really help in Strategic Thinking?
- Ranjeet Shetyeon Season 2- Episode 2 - Ranjeet Shetye - The Future of AI and Deep Tech in India
- Rajesh Chandranon Season 2 - Episode 1 - Rajesh Chandran - Future of Product Management
- Muthu Ranganathanon Enterprise AI in Action | Muthu Ranganathan * Malthi
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is a content marketing channel for the host's own company, SparkProd Consulting. This suggests the content is designed to establish her expertise and attract clients for her consulting, training, and coaching services.
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People also ask
- What is the host's name?
- The host is Malthi SS, a veteran product leader and founder of SparkProd Consulting.
- What is the format of the podcast?
- It's a mix of one-on-one interviews with senior product leaders and educational webinars on specific tech topics like AI tools and frameworks.
- Is 'Product Talk with Malthi' still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes every fortnight, according to its official descriptions.
- Who is the target audience for this podcast?
- The show is for product managers and leaders, particularly those in the Indian tech ecosystem, who want to improve their craft and stay current with AI.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
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