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Updated 02/21/2022

DEC 20

Inside the RSS: How the Sangh Shapes Policy & Politics in Modern India | Sachin Nandha

⚔️ Sachin Nandha — Inside the RSS, Rashtra vs Raja & How Power Really Works in India 🇮🇳🧠 The RSS has never contested an election — yet it remains one of the most influential forces shaping modern India. So what exactly is the RSS? An ideology? An organisation? A movement? Or something far more complex? In this deep, nuanced, and often uncomfortable conversation, Sachin Nandha breaks down how the RSS actually functions — not as a conventional institution, but as a bottom-up social movement built around the daily shakha, psychological rootedness, and the long project of rebuilding the Rashtra. We explore how the RSS creates citizens rather than cadres, why it avoids direct control over the state, how it relates to the BJP and political power, and why tension between the Rashtra (people) and the Raja (state) is not a bug — but the point. From caste, religion, and civilisational identity — to seva, social capital, discipline, and decentralised power — this episode goes beyond slogans to examine the RSS as it understands itself. Not defence. Not propaganda. A serious attempt to understand one of the most misunderstood movements in India. ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – 00:55 • Introduction 00:55 – 04:20 • What the RSS Really Is — Organisation or Movement? 04:20 – 07:05 • The Shakha as an Engine That Creates Citizens 07:05 – 11:20 • Rootedness vs Ideology: The Psychological Core 11:20 – 18:05 • Rashtra, Raja & Why the State Exists to Be Disciplined 18:05 – 26:50 • Caste, Class & Equality Inside the Shakha 26:50 – 36:15 • Seva, Duty & Why the RSS Is Action-First 36:15 – 44:20 • How a Bottom-Up Movement Sustains Itself 44:20 – 53:30 • The RSS and Religion: Civilisation vs Belief 53:30 – 01:02:40 • RSS, BJP & the Limits of Political Power 01:02:40 – 01:13:20 • Power, Unease & Holding the Raja to Account 01:13:20 – 01:53:06 • India’s Formative Phase & What Comes Next ⸻ 🎧 Listen & Subscribe X → https://x.com/bharatvaarta Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bharatvaarta/ ⸻ 👤 Guest — Sachin Nandha Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thesachinnandha/ X → https://x.com/sachinnandha Author of Hedgewar | Researcher on the RSS, Civilisational Movements & Power Structures Get the book 'Hedgewar' https://www.amazon.in/Hedgewar-Founder-Rashtriya-Swayamsevak-Sangh/dp/0143467662 ⸻ 👤 Host — Roshan Cariappa Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/carygottheblues/ X → https://x.com/RoshanCariappa

Dec 20

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1h 53m
DEC 18

Ep 294- Sujoys Japan Travels, Dhurandhar Debates, and Kapoor Family Chaos

Merch: ⁠https://www.redbubble.com/people/khandaanpodcast⁠ Support us on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast This is a Khandaan hangout episode — the kind we usually keep for Patreon — but we wanted to share it on the main feed as a taster for newer listeners. If you enjoy this looser, more conversational format and want to support our work (plus get early releases and bonus episodes), you can sign up on Patreon. In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and a freshly jet-lagged Sujoy catch up on life, travel, and the strange state of Bollywood in 2024. From Sujoy’s three-week Japan adventure to the unexpected charm of Dining with the Kapoors, we talk about what we’ve been watching, what we’ve been avoiding, and how the industry’s mood is shaping our choices. Asim dives into Nishaanchi (Parts 1 and 2), Amrita unpacks the deranged discourse around Dhurandhar, and we try to figure out what a “best of the year” even means in a year like this. Timestamps / Segments00:00 – Sujoy returns from Japan06:00 – Catching up on Bollywood news and trailers08:00 – The Dhurandhar discourse and reactions12:00 – What movies we’ll cover next22:00 – Streaming vs cinema access struggles23:00 – Asim reviews Nishaanchi (Parts 1 & 2)32:00 – Dining with the Kapoors review and gossip45:45 – Shout-out to Kaisi Ye Paheli47:20 – Where to find us and Patreon details CreditsHosted by Asim | Amrita | SujoyProduced by Khandaan PodcastFollow us on YouTube, Instagram & Patreon 🔗 Follow Khandaan:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@khandaanpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/khandaanpodcastTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/khandaanpodcastMerch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/khandaanpodcast 🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple / Amazon / Googlehttps://www.khandaanpodcast.com 📜 Copyright © https://www.khandaanpodcast.com

Dec 18

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50 min
10/02/2024

Episode 1: Flags of our fathers

Mahatma Gandhi’s story begins in Kathiawar, also known as Saurashtra, a land steeped in mythology and history. It is said that Lord Krishna settled here after his flight from Mathura and established the city of Dwarka, which is today a pilgrimage centre. According to the Mahabharata, the Yadavas ruled the entire region between Prabha Patan, home to the famous Somnath temple, and the Girnar Hill just beyond Porbandar. At some stage, they earned the wrath and curse of Lord Krishna, eventually killing themselves in a drunken brawl. From this, we get the term ‘yadavi’ which means fratricidal strife. Gandhi often used to tell this tale in his final days, warning that this is what would happen to India if ethnic fires were not doused. Muslim, Zoroastrianism, Christian and Sufi influences intermingled to form a culture of tolerance in Kathiawar. In Porbandar, for instance, there used to be a haveli in which the name of Allah was chanted along with that of Ishwar and Rama with Rahim’s. It is in this melting pot that the Gandhis lived and thrived, and where an infant named Mohandas came into the world on October 2, 1869. Welcome to this conversation between Ashraf Engineer, host our of the All Indians Matter podcast, and Tushar Gandhi, great grandson of the Mahatma, author and peace activist.

10/02/2024

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1h 4m
DEC 12

The Algorithmic War — Big Tech, Geopolitics & India’s Security Future | Col. Pavithran Rajan

⚔️ Col. Pavithran Rajan — Are We Already at War? Algorithms, Sovereignty & The Future of India’s National Security 🇮🇳🛰️ War today isn’t declared — it’s engineered. In this explosive conversation, Col. Pavithran Rajan breaks down why the world has entered a permanent state of “Persistent Unpeace.” Battles now unfold through algorithms, digital platforms, currency shifts, and information warfare long before a single shot is fired. From Kautilya’s systems thinking to Clausewitz’s kinetic doctrine, from NATO’s eastward push to Ukraine’s hybrid war, Col. Rajan explains how modern conflict is shaped by: • Big Tech’s supranational power • Algorithmic manipulation • Platform-driven regime shifts • Oil, currency & economic warfare • Civil–military technology ecosystems • India’s need for digital sovereignty Practical. Urgent. Uncomfortable. A masterclass in understanding the invisible war that surrounds us every day. ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – 01:00 • Introduction 01:00 – 04:10 • Are We Already at War? The New Definition of Conflict 04:10 – 09:40 • Global Order, Currency Wars & Ray Dalio’s Framework 09:40 – 14:20 • Clausewitz vs Modern Warfare: Why Old Models Don’t Work 14:20 – 18:30 • Multi-Domain Warfare & Why Exercises Signal Escalation 18:30 – 23:50 • Ukraine, NATO Expansion & The Long War Before the War 23:50 – 28:40 • How Digital Platforms Shape Narratives & Destabilize Nations 28:40 – 33:20 • Elections, Algorithms & Foreign Influence Operations 33:20 – 37:40 • “Persistent Unpeace” — Living in a Constant Conflict Continuum 37:40 – 42:10 • Kautilya, Systems Thinking & India’s Lost Strategic Wisdom 42:10 – 47:15 • Shared vs Contested Sovereignty: Why India Must Reclaim Control 47:15 – 52:30 • Big Tech as a Supranational Force — The Real Threat 52:30 – 57:40 • Why Nations Must Own Their Platforms: China’s Model vs India 57:40 – 01:02:50 • The Danger of Algorithmic Manipulation & OODA Loops 01:02:50 – 01:08:35 • How Nations Lose Wealth & Power in the Digital Age 01:08:35 – 01:12:40 • The Path Forward — Narrative Builders, Policy Reform, Sovereignty 01:12:40 – 01:15:00 • Final Thoughts — The Future of India’s Security ⸻ 🎧 Listen & Subscribe X → https://x.com/bharatvaarta Instagram → https://instagram.com/bharatvaarta ⸻ 👤 Guest — Col. Pavithran Rajan Linkedin → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavithran-rajan/?originalSubdomain=in ⸻ 👤 Host — Roshan Cariappa X → https://x.com/RoshanCariappa Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/carygottheblues/

Dec 12

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1h 15m
10/25/2023

The Art of Choosing ft. Sheena Iyengar

🏫Sheena S. Iyengar is the S.T. Lee Professor of Business at the Columbia Business School. She graduated with a B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and received her Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Stanford University. She was voted among the Top 50 most influential business thinkers by Thinkers50 and rated one of the world's best B-School Professors by Poets and Quants. Her best selling book The Art of Choosing received a one of six Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Books of the Year 2010 awards, and was ranked #3 on the Amazon.com Best Business and Investing Books of 2010. 📺 🗣️In our conversation with her, she talks about: ✔️What inspired her to write her books ✔️The benefits of taking a break sometimes ✔️How to stand strong while dealing with difficult times ✔️The reasons behind the biases women face and much more! Follow us on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3i763oF LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3CiF5RM Website: https://bit.ly/3WYkrOP Join our exclusive women's community here: https://bit.ly/3CfVTJi

10/25/2023

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1h 2m
NOV 25

Are We Ready for 2047? Sanjeev Sanyal on India’s Future & Big Challenges | OddCast Show

In this episode of #TheOddCastShow, we sit down with Sanjeev Sanyal ji, Economist & Historian, Member of Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modiji's Economic Advisory Council for a deep dive into India’s future, reforms, history, and economic transformation. From India’s maritime legacy to the strategic role of the military, from the urgency of judicial reform to the reality that India will soon age, Sanjeev Sanyal connects history, economics, policy, and civilisation in a way few can. Watch now one of the most insightful conversations on India’s growth and destiny! Disclaimer: The content presented in The OddCast Show is intended solely for informational and entertainment purposes. All views, statements, and opinions expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not reflect the views of the show producers, distributors, or any affiliated individuals or entities. No representation or warranty is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or validity of any information provided during the show. The content is not intended to constitute professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to legal, medical, psychological, financial, or spiritual advice. Listeners and viewers are advised to exercise their own discretion and judgment and are strongly encouraged to seek the guidance of qualified professionals before acting upon any information obtained from this program. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the listener’s or viewer’s own risk. The creators and producers of The Oddcast Show disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the use of or reliance on the content of this program. Furthermore, the show does not intend to promote or malign any religion, ethnicity, gender, individual, organisation, or belief system. The intent is not to offend, defame, or harm the reputation of any person, living or deceased. By accessing or consuming this content in any form, you acknowledge and agree to the above terms. About The OddCast Show:Planet Earth’s first Father-Son podcast that explores the stuff that’s odd but relevant. Kunal: A seasoned professional with a background in business and sports, Kunal is a TEDx speaker and advocate for the importance of sports. He has been instrumental in handling India's largest cold chain service and the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Kunal is passionate about family, sports, and spirituality and brings insightful and engaging perspectives to the podcast. Suved: At 19 years old, Suved offers a fresh Gen-Z perspective on issues like atheism, anxiety, depression, and pessimism. Currently studying physics at Purdue University, Suved is passionate about football, spirituality, and reading. His unique experiences and viewpoints make him a compelling co-host. Subscribe now to The Oddcast Show and prepare to have your preconceived notions shattered. Embrace the beauty of human diversity, and let's talk about the stuff that's Odd but Relevant!

Nov 25

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52 min
DEC 11

Ep 293- Dhurandhar Review: Karachi, Chaos, and Ranveer Singh

Note: This episode was first released as a video on our YouTube channel — you can watch the full video version here:⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAheb_49vdI⁠ This week, Asim and Sujoy are joined by Razia from Bollywood Classic Collection to unpack Dhurandhar — the hype, the politics, the mismatched marketing, and the unexpectedly incredible wigs and production design. We talk about Ranveer Singh’s performance, Karachi’s portrayal on screen, and why the film feels split between vision and agenda. Expect the usual Khandaan blend of film nerdery, laughs, and cultural context. Timestamps / Segments00:00 – Intro & disclaimers03:00 – First reactions to Dhurandhar06:45 – Marketing vs movie: why expectations collapse10:20 – The wigs, the set design, and the music14:40 – Karachi on screen: authenticity vs exaggeration21:00 – The politics and the “agenda vs vision” debate32:00 – Action design and pacing issues42:00 – Final verdicts49:30 – Will we watch Part 2?50:00 – Recommendations & wrap-up Hosted by Asim | SujoySpecial guest: Razia (@BollywoodClassicCollection) Listen to more episodes and support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcast

Dec 11

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53 min
NOV 21

Decoding India's epic timeline: Mahabharata through science | Nilesh Oak- Author

⚔️Did the Mahabharata actually happen – Nilesh Oak on Evidence, Astronomy & India’s Ancient Timeline 🌌📜 For over a century, scholars have debated when the Mahabharata actually happened — with hundreds of conflicting dates and theories. In this episode, researcher Nilesh Nilkanth Oak joins Roshan Cariappa to break down his evidence-based method for dating India’s greatest epic using astronomy, geology, logic, and textual analysis. Oak explains why most previous attempts fall apart, how ancient sky observations narrow the timeline, and why understanding “time, place, and context” is essential to interpreting our epics correctly. This conversation explores ancient Indian knowledge systems, the limits of Western Indology, the Ramayana–Mahabharata chronology, and why a scientific approach can reshape our civilizational memory. ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – 01:00 • Introduction 01:00 – 05:00 • Why His Mahabharata Research Resonated With Youth 05:00 – 10:30 • Why Most Previous Dates Are Wrong 10:30 – 15:30 • The Arundhati–Vasishtha Breakthrough 15:30 – 20:00 • Bhishma’s Arrow Bed & Mars Observations 20:00 – 26:00 • Criticism, Logic & Scientific Method 26:00 – 32:00 • STEM vs Indology: Why Approaches Differ 32:00 – 38:00 • Ancient Indian Astronomy & Precision 38:00 – 43:00 • Evidence for Ramayana & Mahabharata 43:00 – 48:00 • What Counts as “Historical Proof”? 48:00 – 52:30 • Why Dating the Epics Matters 52:30 – 57:00 • Aryan Invasion Theory & Genetics 57:00 – 01:03:00 • Scientific Tests for Chronology 01:03:00 – 01:09:00 • Life Lessons from India’s Epics 01:09:00 – 01:15:00 • Faith, Logic & Evidence 01:15:00 – 01:19:00 • Closing Thoughts ⸻ 👉 If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe to Bharatvaarta! We bring you deep, thoughtful discussions on politics, policy, and culture every week. 📢 X (Twitter): https://x.com/bharatvaarta 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bharatvaarta/ ⸻ 👤 Guest – Nilesh Nilkanth Oak 📘 Books: https://www.amazon.in/When-Did-Mahabharata-War- Happen-ebook/dp/B005CDXTTO https://amzn.in/d/cDhMexJ 📢 Twitter/X: https://x.com/NileshOak 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nileshoak5561?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw= 👤 Host – Roshan Cariappa 📢 Twitter/X: https://x.com/RoshanCariappa 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carygottheblues/

Nov 21

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1h 19m
4D AGO

Ep 295- Dulhe Raja, Sholay 4K & Our 2025 Spotify Wrapped

Follow us on YouTube for video episodes, livestreams & extras: https://www.youtube.com/khandaanpodcastWe return in January with a YouTube Live Stream covering the Best & Worst of Bollywood 2025 — always one of our most popular episodes — plus a brand-new video debate: Nora Fatehi vs Jacqueline Fernandez: Who’s the Better Dancer?Catch it all on our YouTube channel. In our final episode of the year, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy sit down for a cosy Khandaan hangout to talk through everything we watched and listened to in 2025. We discuss our music streaming Wrapped results (from Pakistani bangers to AI remixes), revisit the jaw-dropping 4K restoration of Sholay, and tackle the Patreon-chosen chaos of Dulhe Raja — Govinda, Kader Khan, Johnny Lever, wild wigs, set design, and all. There’s film nostalgia, social commentary, theatre ranting, and plenty of 90s energy to close out the year. Timestamps 00:00 – End-of-year reflections & 2026 livestream announcement 03:25 – Listener picks & Patreon shout-outs05:05 – Amrita’s 2025 music Wrapped09:30 – Sujoy’s year in music13:25 – Asim’s 8,000-hour Wrapped, Pakistani music wave & AI tracks19:55 – Sholay 4K restoration review29:50 – Thoughts on The Girlfriend (Rashmika Mandanna)43:10 – Main Review: Dulhe Raja53:00 – Govinda’s 90s era & class divides in fandom59:00 – Raveena’s wigs & makeup deep dive1:11:00 – Bald men representation in Bollywood (Asim’s manifesto)1:13:00 – Closing thanks & community appreciation Credits Hosted by: Asim | Amrita | SujoySpecial mention: Farzan & Usama for listener picks and Wrapped suggestion Follow & Support YouTube (video episodes & livestreams): https://www.youtube.com/khandaanpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/khandaanpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/khandaanpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/khandaanpodcastEmail: upodcasting@gmail.com

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1h 9m
04/28/2020

93: Javed Akhtar & Shabana Azmi Interview | Anupama Chopra | Film Companion

Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi speak to Anupama Chopra about that horrific car accident, the 'atrocious' nature of today’s music, and why India should be proud of lip-sync songs.

04/28/2020

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36 min

We all know about Mahatma Gandhi’s work, but few know of the role his wife Kasturba played in it. Kasturba was not a mute but was, in fact, a great freedom fighter, a pioneering satyagrahi and often her husband’s chief strategist and harshest critic. All Indians Matter presents a six-part series, ‘Kastur: In Gandhi’s Shadow, His Guiding Light’, to bring into focus the woman Kasturba really was. Join me, Ashraf Engineer, as I interview Tushar Gandhi, great grandson of Kasturba and the Mahatma, an author, a peace activist and someone who’s striving to keep Gandhi relevant in today’s India. Together, we play back the saga that was Kasturba's life. Follow Bingepods on Instagram for more updates. Show credits: Produced by: Akhil Rajani Sound Engineer: Stanley Chacko, Vardhan Deshpande

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It’s been 73 years but the details of the conspiracy, who was involved, who benefited, why some people got away, the lapses in the investigation and the limitations of the commission of inquiry are not fully understood by most Indians. Gandhi was not just the father of the nation, he was also its conscience. In this series, Tushar Gandhi, great grandson of the Mahatma and president of the Mahatma Gandhi Foundation, details the conspiracy, delves into the role of each player and sheds fresh light on what most Indians still don’t know about the killing. This series also marks the launch of – a new format in which we will look at issues or events in great depth, uncovering facets and shedding light on those not well known. We look in-depth at the Murder of the Mahatma.

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