About Us – The Guiding Voice
In a world teeming with voices, The Guiding Voice stands apart as a beacon of clarity, purpose, and inspiration. Founded by Naveen Samala, a first-generation postgraduate from a humble background, this podcast began as a simple dream and transformed into a global movement. Today, it is recognised in the Global Top 2.5% and is the world’s only podcast available in five languages:
- The Guiding Voice (Eng)
- TGV (हिंदी)
- TGV (తెలుగు)
- TGV (मराठी)
- TGV (ಕನ್ನಡ)


Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with global changemakers, experts, and inspirational leaders. With over 750+ guests from 75+ countries, TGV covers everything from self-help and leadership to body positivity, LGBTQ+ issues, productivity, entrepreneurship, and cutting-edge tech.
But the story of The Guiding Voice is rooted in its founder, Naveen Samala. A Global Portfolio Manager in Business Transformation, he is also a Udemy instructor, published author, guest faculty at BITS Pilani, CXO resume writer, career coach, and performance strategist. With a passion for empowering others, Naveen has trained thousands in leadership, lean thinking, public speaking, and design thinking.

His commitment to growth is evident in the accolades TGV has earned:
- Winner – Asia Podcast Awards 2024 (Education Category)
- Finalist – HT Smartcast Podcast Awards 2024
- 2nd Runner Up – Launchpad Entrepreneurial Summit, BITS Pilani
Naveen’s journey was also captured in the book TGV Inspiring Lives – Volume 1, co-authored with Venkata Sudhakar Nagandla and Naseha Sameen. Volume 2 is in progress, with plans for Volume 3 and 4 already underway.
Whether you’re a student, a CXO, or simply someone looking to grow — The Guiding Voice offers content that simplifies and amplifies your success.
Connect. Learn. Inspire.
Because every voice matters, and your voice can guide the world too.