In this episode of pplpod, we explore the life of Azim Premji, the renowned Indian business tycoon who transformed Wipro from a cooking oil manufacturer into a global technology giant. We discuss how Premji left Stanford University at age 21 to take over his father's business, eventually pivoting from making laundry soaps and bakery fats to manufacturing software after IBM was expelled from India.

We also dive deep into his historic impact as a philanthropist. You’ll hear about his pledge to donate the majority of his wealth—making him the first Indian to sign the Giving Pledge—and how he transferred significant Wipro stakes to the Azim Premji Foundation, raising its endowment to $21 billion to support public education. Join us for a look at the man recognized by Time magazine as one of the world's most influential people and honor ...