Women vs Men | The Startup & Funding Reality | Jimmy Jimmy the Show

“Sometimes it feels like fundraising is still an old boys club.”
That one line hits hard.
In the startup world, funding isn’t just about ideas — it’s about access, networks, and who’s already in the room. And for many women founders, that room has historically been harder to enter.
Think about this:
👉 A significant chunk of funding still flows to a very specific demographic
👉 Networks often favour familiarity over merit
👉 And yet, incredible women-led businesses continue to rise despite it all
This isn’t just about inequality — it’s about missed opportunities for innovation.
Because when great ideas don’t get funded, everyone loses.
Have you seen this bias play out in real life? Or experienced it yourself?
Drop your thoughts below 👇
This is an excerpt from Jimmy Jimmy the Show with XO Curls Founder Tanya Eldrad

About the Episode
What does it take to go from running a boutique shoe store to building a niche haircare brand like XO Curls? In this deeply engaging and nostalgia-filled episode, Tanya Eldrad shares her journey of entrepreneurship, creativity, and growing up in Bangalore—now Bengaluru.
From her early days in Cooke Town and Richards Town to launching her first business, Tanya talks about how everyday frustrations shaped her entrepreneurial mindset. What began as a desire to fix the retail experience for women led to her first venture in fashion. Years later, that same problem-solving instinct gave birth to XO Curls—a brand built specifically for Indian wavy and curly hair.
At a time when most products were designed for international hair textures, Tanya identified a clear gap in the Indian market. Starting with a detangling comb that quickly sold out, XO Curls expanded into a full range of products including shampoo, conditioner, oils, and styling essentials tailored for Indian consumers. Her journey highlights resilience, experimentation, and the power of listening to your own needs as a consumer.
But this episode goes far beyond business.
It is a rich, textured love letter to Bengaluru.
From peaceful walks in Cubbon Park to late-night parties at The Club with DJ Ivan, Tanya paints a vivid picture of the city’s cultural evolution. She shares stories of shopping on Commercial Street, discovering fashion through real-world experiences, and hanging out at iconic spots like Corner House before it became a household name.
There are wild, unforgettable moments too—like sneaking into concerts at Webb’s Ground, experiencing the magic of Vasanth Habba, and soaking in the artistic energy of Nrityagram. These stories capture a version of Bangalore that feels both nostalgic and deeply personal.
We also dive into her work in community building, including her efforts to clean up garbage-filled spaces in Cooke Town. Tanya reflects on civic sense, urban responsibility, and what it truly means to belong to a city.
If you love Bangalore stories, startup journeys, or conversations about identity, beauty standards, and culture—this episode is for you.

Peak Bengaluru Moments
Growing up in Cooke Town & Richards Town
Auto rides across the city to school
Discovering fashion on Commercial Street
Breaking into concerts at Webb’s Ground
Nights at The Club with DJ Ivan
Vasanth Habba and Nrityagram experiences
Corner House before its iconic status
Cubbon Park as a personal escape
Old Bangalore nightlife and “cellar” culture
Community action and neighborhood transformation

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