Real conversations,
real insights.
Welcome to iGaming Real Talk, formerly known as The Manesh Palli Show. We’re a podcast where real conversations take centre stage. We release 10 episodes every month and speak openly with founders, creators, and leaders in the iGaming industry about what it really takes to grow, lead, and keep going.
EP 89Just Play the Game
EP 88SiGMA Nexus Elite | Executive Network by SiGMA
EP 87Why the Cheapest Gaming License Can Cost You More Later
EP 86How Tequity is Innovating Game Development & Distribution
EP 85He Risked 5 Years of Profit & £22M on ONE Product 
EP 84Could Regulation Be the Better Path for Asia’s Online Gaming Markets? | Paul Fox, Claymore Solutions
EP 83Why iGaming Companies Struggle to Enter Asian Markets | Pierre Wuu
EP 82Can Casinos Bring the Online Experience Back to the Floor? | Joe Pisano, Jade Entertainment
EP 81Why Is Trust Breaking Down Between Affiliates and Operators? | John Wright, Nousviz
EP 80Are CPA and RevShare Models Starting to Change? | Paul Puolakka88 episodes published, most recently in Oct 2026.
To create a space for authentic, unfiltered conversations that provide real value to professionals in the iGaming industry.
Authenticity
No scripts, no rehearsals. Just honest conversations about the realities of building and leading in iGaming.
Community
Building connections between industry professionals through shared experiences and insights.
Value
Every episode delivers actionable insights that listeners can apply to their own journeys.
With years of experience in the iGaming industry, Surya brings a unique perspective to every conversation. His genuine curiosity and industry knowledge create the environment for guests to share their stories openly.
What started as The Manesh Palli Show has evolved into iGaming Real Talk, a platform dedicated to authentic conversations that matter. Surya’s mission is to create content that genuinely helps people in their professional journeys.
He is a 360° marketing leader with 10+ years of experience across the iGaming and crypto sectors, known for speed, proactivity and getting things done.
- 01Creating iGaming B2B brands from the ground up
- 02Building marketing teams that deliver high-performance results
- 03Creating, hosting and promoting a podcast
- 04Growing personal brands on LinkedIn
- 05Simplifying marketing operations with clear, efficient processes
Surya running the conversation on other leading iGaming podcasts and channels.
58:14Launch a Casino in 30 Minutes: How Maincard Is the Shopify of iGaming
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45:13Prediction Markets & Sweepstakes Casinos: How to License Them Globally
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41:12McKinsey Partner Turned iGaming CEO: AI-First Strategy Revealed | BetConstruct
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28:18Is Liberia the Best iGaming License? Cheaper & Faster Than Curaçao
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34:18Your Product Is the Same as Everyone Else's. Now What? | Surya Palli
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42:35iGaming Brand Building: What Successful Operators Do Differently | Surya Palli
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1:12:58Building a Magnetic B2B Brand in iGaming with Surya Palli | iGaming Unplugged Ep. 04
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26:04Turning Fear Into Meaningful Conversations with Surya Palli | 18Peaches
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25:47How Clarity Wins in iGaming with Manesh Palli
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The beginning
Started as The Manesh Palli Show, with a focus on honest conversations.
- December2025
The community
Built a thriving WhatsApp community of iGaming professionals.
- January2026
The rebrand
Evolved into iGaming Real Talk, to better reflect the niche focus.
- Now
Going strong
10 episodes monthly, reaching thousands of industry leaders.
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