Bharatvaarta
Bharatvaarta podcast is a commentary on politics, policy and culture focused on India. The podcast brings together people from different walks of life who have varied and interesting perspectives on what's happening around us.
Episodes
July 23, 2025 • 64 mins
In this honest and deeply inspiring episode, IPS officer and bestselling author Amit Lodha — the real-life hero behind Netflix’s Khakee: The Bihar Chapter — shares raw insights from his journey of justice, storytelling, and service.
From chasing hardened criminals across Bihar to writing bestsellers in stolen moments of silence, Amit Lodha reflects on what it means to stay principled in a world that rarely rewards it. He talks abo...
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July 12, 2025 • 72 mins
In this stirring episode, author Medha Bhaskaran uncovers the brutal history of the Hindu holocaust, forgotten battles, and the rise of Shivaji — not just as a warrior, but as a revolutionary leader who transformed barren land and broken people into a thriving Swarajya.
From centuries of invasion to the emotional rebirth of nationhood, she shares vivid, unflinching stories of enslavement, resistance, and the magical connection bet...
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June 17, 2025 • 99 mins
In this incredible conversation, Intel technologist and grassroots leader Ananthan Ayyasamy shares his astonishing rise—from farm labor and caste barriers in rural Tamil Nadu to becoming a top 1% realtor in the U.S. and writing patents at Intel. But the story doesn’t stop there.
Ananthan gave it all up to return to India—fighting for clean politics, rural upliftment, and systemic change through his foundation and public service. T...
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June 16, 2025 • 51 mins
In this bold and wide-ranging conversation, investor and author Saurabh Mukherjea explains how artificial intelligence is triggering the biggest shift in India’s white-collar workforce in decades. With powerful data, historical insight, and personal anecdotes, he unpacks how job roles, education models, and middle-class ambition itself must be reimagined.
From creative destruction to entrepreneurial reinvention, from social condit...
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June 12, 2025 • 35 mins
In this insightful conversation, economist Neelkanth Mishra (Chief
Economist, Axis Bank) breaks down how India can unlock its true growth
potential—and the invisible challenges holding us back. From workforce
participation to capital cycles, from China’s competitive lessons to
India’s fiscal discipline—this is a masterclass in decoding the Indian
economy.
Neelkanth also pulls back the curtain on India’s bureaucracy, governanc...
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May 21, 2025 • 61 mins
In this explosive conversation, public intellectual and Infinity Foundation founder Rajiv Malhotra reveals how India is sleepwalking into a new era of digital and ideological colonization. From the failure to build indigenous AI platforms to the dangers of caste-based politics and woke education, this episode is a wake-up call for anyone who cares about India’s sovereignty and civilizational identity.
Rajiv ji also shares personal...
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May 13, 2025 • 69 mins
Join us for an unflinching conversation with Vikram Sood, former Chief of R&AW (India’s foreign intelligence agency), as he decodes the deeper layers behind the recent terror attacks in Kashmir and the shifting geopolitical chessboard. This episode explores the nature of modern asymmetric warfare, the role of local collaboration in cross-border terror, and the strategic motivations of Pakistan’s military establishment.
Mr. Sood al...
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April 13, 2025 • 39 mins
Join us for a compelling discussion with Sanjeev Sanyal, a distinguished
Member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Economic Advisory Council. We
delve deep into the intricacies of India's current economic policies and
its ambitious growth aspirations. Explore the strategic initiatives
driving India's development, the challenges and opportunities that lie
ahead, and the anticipated growth trajectory in the global context.
While...
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March 29, 2025 • 77 mins
In this episode of Bharatvaarta, host Sharan engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Professor Goutham Desiraju from the Indian Institute of Science. The discussion revolves around Professor Desiraju's follow-up book on the delimitation of states in India, a pressing and contentious topic in contemporary Indian politics. The conversation addresses the need for equal value of votes across different constituencies, the his...
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March 22, 2025 • 112 mins
Why are the markets falling? Is this just another cycle, or is something
bigger at play? In this deep-dive conversation, top financial experts
break down the Trump Trade, global economic shifts, and how retail
investors should navigate uncertain markets. From the impact of foreign
investors pulling out to India's long-term growth story, this episode
uncovers critical insights on the financial landscape. Harsh Gupta
Madhusudan...
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Is Hinduism misunderstood in the West? Bestselling author & cultural icon Amish Tripathi reveals the truth about India’s past, exposing colonial lies and misconceptions about Hinduism. He discusses the resurgence of spirituality in India, its evolving identity, and how ancient wisdom is shaping the modern world. From his viral Oxford Union debate defending Hinduism against atheists to his insights on the role of Sadhus and leaders ...
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March 1, 2025 • 63 mins
In this episode, we delve into the rapid geopolitical changes with new governments in Delhi and the US, and Donald Trump's ambitious agenda. We discuss the impact of these changes, including the Ukraine war and its implications on global power dynamics. The focus then shifts to India, its defense strategies, and its need for fifth-generation fighter planes. We also explore China's military maneuvers, climate change, and the concept...
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February 18, 2025 • 122 mins
In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, host Roshan Cariappa is joined by panelists Ruchir Sharma, Surya Kanegaonkar, and Anang Mittal to discuss the potential impact of the Trump presidency on India and the broader world. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the potential for creative diplomacy, the state of India's indigenous military technology programs, and the effects of U.S. foreign policy on India's stra...
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February 8, 2025 • 66 mins
In this engaging episode of the Bharatvaarta Podcast, host Sharan is joined by Dr. Vikram Sampath to discuss his latest book on the controversial history of Haider Ali and Tipu Sultan's contrasting reigns. The conversation covers various aspects including Tipu Sultan's controversial policies, the methodological challenges of historical writing, and the nuances of presenting an impartial account in a polarized field. Dr. Sampath als...
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January 25, 2025 • 53 mins
On this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, we talk to Manish Sabharwal, former independent director at the Reserve Bank of India, explores India's economic and educational reforms over the last few decades. He discusses the impact of city-based growth on GDP, the comparison between India's and China's stock market performance, and the complexities of creating mass prosperity. The discussion covers India’s reform agenda, including...
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In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, we sit down with Dr. Sriram Balasubramanian, a renowned economist and author, to discuss his latest book, 'Dharmanomics.' Dr. Balasubramanian delves into the historical role of temples as economic instruments and their impact on village ecosystems in India. He further explores ancient principles of Dharma and how they can guide modern economics towards sustainable growth. The conversatio...
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December 20, 2024 • 92 mins
In this episode of Bharatvaarta, Roshan talks to Saurabh Mukherjea for an in-depth discussion on India's economic prospects, the transformative impacts of political and economic policies over the last two decades, and the rising number of new DMAT accounts. They explore the key themes from Saurabh's book 'Behold the Leviathan', touching on India's macroeconomy, market investing strategies, and the socio-economic shifts impacting th...
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December 11, 2024 • 53 mins
In this Bharatvaarta episode, host Sharan engages in an insightful conversation with Mohandas Pai about India's pressing economic and political issues. He discusses the challenges in creating well-paying jobs, the misuse of taxpayer money, and the disparity in education funding. He critiques the 'freebie' culture among politicians, the systemic corruption, and inefficiencies in public infrastructure projects. Pai also highlights th...
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December 1, 2024 • 89 mins
In this episode of Bharatvaarta, host Kamal Madishetty dives into the evolving landscape of security and military strategy with distinguished veteran Lt. General Raj Shukla. With over four decades of service experience, General Shukla discusses the profound changes in the nature of warfare, the importance of technology and adaptability in modern combat, and the strategic priorities for India amidst complex global geopolitics. The c...
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October 26, 2024 • 63 mins
In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, we explore the rich tapestry of Maratha history with Dr. Uday S Kulkarni, a naval surgeon turned historian, discussing his latest book, 'Raghoba, The Assassination of Narayana Rao Peshwa.' The conversation reveals the challenges and triumphs of historical research, including accessing archives and overcoming biases. Dr. Uday S Kulkarni sheds light on significant events during the Maratha...
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